Misty
Meaning
"covered in mist, hazy"
Origin: Old English
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #4,047
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Casual
- Nicknames
- Mis
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"covered in mist, hazy"
Origin: Old English
"distinction, high status, reputation earned through excellence"
Origin: Latin via French
Misty is more popular, ranked #4047 vs #10469 for Prestige.
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Misty is more popular, ranked #4047 compared to Prestige at #10469 in the United States.
Misty means "covered in mist, hazy" (Old English origin). Prestige means "distinction, high status, reputation earned through excellence" (Latin via French origin).
Misty is primarily a girl name. Prestige is primarily a boy name.