Mendy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEN-dee / /ˈmɛn.di/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'gift from God'; Yiddish: diminutive of Mendele
Historical & Cultural Background
Mendy is often used as a diminutive form of names like Mendele in Yiddish-speaking communities. It has roots in Hebrew, where it signifies a divine gift. The name has been popular among Jewish families, reflecting cultural and religious significance. Its usage has spread beyond Jewish communities in recent years.
Trend Summary
Mendy has seen a modest presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mende
- Mendy
International Variants
- Mendele (Yiddish)
Famous people named Mendy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mendy was first seen in the United States in 1954. Mendy has ranked as high as #910 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Missouri, Ohio, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Mendy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mendy (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 38 |
| 1969 | 55 |
| 1970 | 63 |
| 1971 | 108 |
| 1972 | 107 |
| 1973 | 134 |
| 1974 | 172 |
| 1975 | 169 |
| 1976 | 133 |
| 1977 | 148 |
| 1978 | 150 |
| 1979 | 113 |
| 1980 | 63 |
| 1981 | 50 |
| 1982 | 47 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 38 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |