Moxie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOX-ee / /ˈmɒksi/English; Latin
Meaning
English: spirited; Latin: myrtle
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Moxie' is derived from the slang term meaning energy or courage, popularized in the 20th century. The Latin origin refers to 'myrtle,' a plant symbolizing love and beauty, often associated with ancient cultures.
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Famous people named Moxie
Moxie Marlinspike — cryptographic activist.
Moxie CrimeFighter Jillette — daughter of magician Penn Jillette.
Fictional characters named Moxie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moxie was first seen in the United States in 2006. Moxie has ranked as high as #1306 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 up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moxie (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 35 |