Moxie Girl

Popularity: #922 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MOX-ee //ˈmɒksi//

Origin: English; Latin

Meaning: English: spirited; Latin: myrtle

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Moxie is believed to have originated from the American English slang term 'moxie,' which emerged in the early 20th century. The term itself is thought to derive from the name of a popular soft drink, Moxie, created in the 1880s.

The drink was named after a Native American word meaning 'to have courage' or 'to be bold,' which reflects the qualities associated with the name. The word 'moxie' has since evolved to signify energy, determination, and spiritedness, capturing a sense of vivacity and resilience.

Historically, the term gained traction in American culture during the 1920s, particularly in the context of the burgeoning feminist movement, where it was used to describe women who exhibited independence and assertiveness. This cultural backdrop contributed to the name's appeal, as it encapsulated a spirit of empowerment.

The soft drink itself, Moxie, was marketed with a focus on its unique flavor and invigorating properties, further solidifying the association of the name with vitality and strength. Moxie has also been linked to various cultural references, including literature and media, where it is often used to denote characters who embody courage and tenacity.

The name's connotation of spiritedness has allowed it to resonate within various contexts, from literature to popular culture. While not traditionally used as a given name, its adoption as such reflects a broader trend of using unique and spirited names that convey a sense of character and individuality.

The name Moxie, therefore, stands as a testament to the enduring qualities of bravery and vivacity, rooted in its historical and cultural significance.

Fictional characters named Moxie

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Moxie is a fictional character from the graphic novel and film Moxie. She is a high school student who starts a feminist revolution at her school to challenge the status quo and empower her peers.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Moxie, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Moxie was first seen in the United States in 2006.

Moxie has ranked as high as #5114 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Colorado, and Indiana.

In the past 5 years the name Moxie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Moxie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Moxie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Moxie.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 26 26
2024 35 35
2023 39 39
2022 55 55
2021 57 57
2020 43 43
2019 54 54
2018 56 56
2017 34 34
2016 47 47
2015 36 36
2014 37 37
2013 39 39
2012 33 33
2011 22 22
2010 23 23
2009 17 17
2008 21 21
2007 16 16
2006 10 10

Top States for Moxie (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 8
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