Midas Boy
Origin(s)
Greek; English
Meaning
the one with the golden touch (Greek); king (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Midas is known for his ability to turn everything he touches into gold, symbolizing wealth and greed. The name has also been adopted in English contexts, often representing someone who is exceptionally fortunate or wealthy.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Mida
- Midasz
International Variants
- Midas (Greek)
Famous people named Midas
Midas — mythological king
Midas Mulligan — character in Ayn Rand's 'Atlas Shrugged'
Fictional characters named Midas
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Midas was first seen in the United States in 2011. Midas has ranked as high as #1331 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Midas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Midas (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 28 |