Minal
Minal is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,553 in the US, popular nicknames include Min, Miy, and Minie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Minal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 200 babies have been named Minal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Minal is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #7,553 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,553
- Total SSA Count
- 15
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About the Name Minal
Minal is a girl name .
Minal is currently ranked #7,553 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Minal include Min, Miy, and Minie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Minal include Mina . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis