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Minna vs Wilhelmina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Minna

Girl #4,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"love, courtly love"

Origin: Middle High German (Minne)

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Finnish Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,890
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Minna Rank #4,890
Wilhelmina Rank #1,801

Wilhelmina is more popular, ranked #1801 vs #4890 for Minna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minna or Wilhelmina more popular?

Wilhelmina is more popular, ranked #1801 compared to Minna at #4890 in the United States.

What do Minna and Wilhelmina mean?

Minna means "love, courtly love" (Middle High German (Minne) origin). Wilhelmina means "determined protector, will to protect" (Germanic origin).

Are Minna and Wilhelmina boy or girl names?

Minna is primarily a girl name. Wilhelmina is primarily a girl name.

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