Mamie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mamie originates from the French word for 'mother,' carrying a meaning of beloved mother. It has evolved from the Old French 'maman' to its current form. The name is associated with affection and warmth, particularly towards maternal figures. It does not have biblical relevance, but has seen usage as a term of endearment. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it gained popularity in English-speaking cultures. Today, it is perceived as vintage and nostalgic, with notable figures such as Mamie Eisenhower and Mamie Van Doren contributing to its recognition.
The name Mamie is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mamie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mamie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2830th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3199th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 126th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 235th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 489th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1234th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2533rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5098th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5719th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mamie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mamie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪmi/
Origin
French
Etymology
Mamie is derived from the French word 'mamie,' which is a diminutive form of 'maman,' meaning 'mother.' It reflects affection and endearment towards mothers or maternal figures.
Meaning
beloved mother
Language Evolution
Maman (Old French), Mamie (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Mamie became popular in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often used as a term of endearment for grandmothers or mothers.
Variants & Derivatives
Mame, Mamma, Mommy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mamie is often seen as a nostalgic or vintage name, evoking warmth and familial love.
Famous People
Mamie Eisenhower, the wife of U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Mamie Van Doren, an American actress and singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mamie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mamie"
"Mamie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2830th of 7545 | 137 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3199th of 6773 | 103 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 126th of 9107 | 36,309 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 235th of 9204 | 14,229 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 489th of 12526 | 6,728 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1234th of 19264 | 1,481 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2533rd of 27321 | 721 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5098th of 35406 | 403 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5719th of 30306 | 264 |
Regional Popularity of "Mamie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mamie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.94% 254th/1416 |
17.69% 244th/1379 |
2.96% 70th/2366 |
27.06% 309th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
31.31% 484th/1546 |
28.66% 446th/1556 |
5.95% 140th/2353 |
49.71% 769th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.73% 818th/2227 |
34.32% 834th/2430 |
10.76% 307th/2853 |
39.89% 1107th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.66% 1664th/2937 |
56.88% 1981st/3483 |
23.91% 841st/3518 |
55.74% 2254th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
44.61% 2317th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Mamie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mamie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.