Mennie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mennie has Scottish origins and means 'little man'. It evolved from the name Mena and has variants like Minnie. It gained popularity in 19th century Scotland and is viewed positively in modern contexts. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mennie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛni/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Mennie is believed to be a diminutive form of the name 'Mena', which itself has roots in Hebrew and Old French.
Meaning
little man
Language Evolution
Mena, Mennie, Menn
Historical Usage
Mennie gained popularity in Scotland as a diminutive form in the 19th century, often used affectionately.
Variants & Derivatives
Mena, Minnie, Men
Modern Popularity & Image
Mennie is seen as a quaint and charming name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Mennie M. G. McMillan, Scottish artist, Mennie van der Westhuizen, South African musician
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✨ Mennie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mennie"
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 "Mennie"
"Mennie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1822nd of 9107 | 372 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2310th of 9204 | 252 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7459th of 12526 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Mennie" 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 "Mennie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
51.23% 1212th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
62.09% 1461st/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mennie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mennie" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Mennie" in the United States
The name Mennie is most popular in Mississippi, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mennie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Mennie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1822nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2310th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7459th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Mennie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.