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Minnie vs Molly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Molly

Girl #208 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#208
Total SSA Count
1,465
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Minnie Rank #2,763
Molly Rank #208

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 vs #2763 for Minnie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minnie or Molly more popular?

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Minnie at #2763 in the United States.

What do Minnie and Molly mean?

Minnie means "resolute protector" (Germanic (via Wilhelmina) origin). Molly means "star of the sea" (Hebrew via Latin origin).

Are Minnie and Molly boy or girl names?

Minnie is primarily a girl name. Molly is primarily a girl name.

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