"honey, sweet"
Origin: Greek via Melinda
Language: English
Mindy
Pronunciation: [ m-IHND-ee ]
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A sweet vintage name made famous by TV and Mindy Kaling
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"worthy of admiration"
Origin: Latin via Miranda
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The Story of Mindy
Mindy is a diminutive that developed as a short form of Melinda or Miranda. Melinda is an 18th-century literary invention combining the prefix Mel- (from Greek meli, honey) with the popular -linda suffix (from Spanish meaning pretty or German meaning gentle). Miranda comes from Latin mirandus meaning worthy of admiration. Mindy emerged as an informal, affectionate nickname that became a given name in its own right during the 20th century.
Mindy peaked in popularity in the 1960s through the 1980s. The TV show Mork and Mindy (1978-1982) starring Robin Williams gave the name enormous cultural visibility, cementing it as a quintessentially American 1970s-80s name. It has since developed nostalgic charm.
The TV show Mork and Mindy gave this name its defining cultural moment in American popular culture. More recently, comedian and actress Mindy Kaling has brought the name to a new generation, associating it with wit, success, and South Asian American identity.
Historical Record
Mindy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 42,455 babies have been named Mindy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mindy is past its peak , currently ranked #1,978 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mork and Mindy (1978-1982) starred Robin Williams as alien Mork and Pam Dawber as Mindy, making the name iconic for a generation
- Mindy Kaling created, wrote, and starred in The Mindy Project (2012-2017)
- Mindy as a standalone name entered common use primarily in mid-20th century America
Mindy in Other Languages
English
Mindy
Spanish origin
Linda (pretty)
Popularity Over Time
#1,978
Current Rank
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Peaked 1979
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Mindy
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Mindy Kaling
Entertainer
1979
American comedian, actress, and writer, creator of The Mindy Project and Never Have I Ever
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Mindy (Mork and Mindy) Fictional
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Mindy McConnell, the warm-hearted human protagonist of the classic NBC sitcom Mork and Mindy (1978-1982), played by Pam ...
Mindy McConnell, the warm-hearted human protagonist of the classic NBC sitcom Mork and Mindy (1978-1982), played by Pam Dawber
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,978
- Total SSA Count
- 99
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mindy
What does the name Mindy mean?
"honey, sweet" (from Greek via Melinda). "worthy of admiration" (from Latin via Miranda). Mindy is a diminutive that developed as a short form of Melinda or Miranda. Melinda is an 18th-century literary invention combining the prefix Mel- (from Greek meli, honey) with the popular -linda suffix (from Spanish meaning pretty or German meaning gentle). Miranda comes from Latin mirandus meaning worthy of admiration. Mindy emerged as an informal, affectionate nickname that became a given name in its own right during the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Mindy?
Mindy has Greek via Melinda, Latin via Miranda, American, and English origins. In Greek via Melinda, it means "honey, sweet". In Latin via Miranda, it means "worthy of admiration".
Is Mindy a boy or girl name?
Mindy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1978. As a boy name, it is ranked #9970. Mindy is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mindy?
Mindy is pronounced m-IHND-ee.
How popular is the name Mindy?
Mindy is currently ranked #1978 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mindy?
Common nicknames for Mindy include Min and Mimi.
What are good middle names for Mindy?
Popular middle name pairings include Mindy Ann, Mindy Marie, Mindy Grace, Mindy Jean, Mindy Kay, Mindy Louise, and Mindy Renee.
What are good sibling names for Mindy?
Names that pair well with Mindy as siblings include Cindy, Sandy, Wendy, Randy, Andy, Mandy, and Lindy.
How many syllables does Mindy have?
Mindy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mindy a common or rare name?
Mindy is an uncommon name, ranked #1978 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mindy
Mindy is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "honey, sweet" in Greek via Melinda .
Is Mindy a boy or girl name? Mindy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,978 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,970. Mindy is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mindy is currently ranked #1,978 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mindy has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-IHND-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mindy include Min and Mimi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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