Mindy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMIN-dee / ˈmɪn.diEnglish; diminutive of Melinda
Meaning
Diminutive of Melinda; sweet, gentle
Historical & Cultural Background
Mindy is primarily used as a diminutive of the name Melinda, which gained popularity in the 20th century. The name Melinda itself is believed to have been created in the 18th century. Mindy became more widely recognized as a standalone name in the mid-20th century. It has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in American pop culture.
Trend Summary
Mindy experienced a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Minda
- Mindy
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mindy was first seen in the United States in 1971. Mindy has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mindy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mindy
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |