Minnette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmin-ET / mɪˈnɛtFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: little one; Latin: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
Minnette is a diminutive form of the name Minna, which is derived from the Germanic root meaning 'love' or 'beloved'. It has been used in French-speaking countries and carries a gentle, affectionate connotation. The name has also been associated with the Latin word 'minn', meaning 'small' or 'little'. Its usage has varied over time, often reflecting cultural trends in naming.
Trend Summary
Minnette has not been widely popular in the United States, resulting in limited usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Minna
- Minette
International Variants
- Minette (French)
- Minna (German)
Famous people named Minnette
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Minnette was first seen in the United States in 1885. Minnette has ranked as high as #652 nationally, which occurred in 1912, and has been most popular in New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Minnette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Minnette (1920)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |