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Midas vs Whitman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Midas

Boy #3,927 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"legendary king of Phrygia, golden touch"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,927
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Midas Rank #3,927
Whitman Rank #4,125

Midas is more popular, ranked #3927 vs #4125 for Whitman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midas or Whitman more popular?

Midas is more popular, ranked #3927 compared to Whitman at #4125 in the United States.

What do Midas and Whitman mean?

Midas means "legendary king of Phrygia, golden touch" (Greek origin). Whitman means "white man, fair-haired man" (Old English origin).

Are Midas and Whitman boy or girl names?

Midas is primarily a boy name. Whitman is primarily a boy name.

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