Mimi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mimi is a name of French origin, often used as a diminutive form of Miriam. It conveys affection and has evolved through various forms like Mim and Mimosa. Its popularity surged in the late 19th century, and it is viewed positively in modern times, associated with warmth. It does not have a direct biblical relevance.
The name Mimi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West 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, Mimi 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, 'Mimi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1578th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1119th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 899th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1354th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2062nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3115th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5785th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mimi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mimi"
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːmi/
Origin
French
Etymology
Mimi is often considered a diminutive of the name 'Miriam' or 'Mimi' in French can also be derived from 'Mimosa', referring to the sensitive plant. It is also used as an affectionate term in various cultures.
Meaning
beloved, affectionate
Language Evolution
Miriam, Mimi, Mimosa
Historical Usage
Mimi gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a nickname and standalone name, particularly in French-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Mim, Mimsy
Modern Popularity & Image
Mimi is often perceived as a cute and playful name, commonly associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Mimi Rogers, Mimi Chen, Mimi Imfurst
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mimi"
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 "Mimi"
"Mimi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1578th of 9107 | 459 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1119th of 9204 | 800 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 899th of 12526 | 2,361 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1354th of 19264 | 1,296 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2062nd of 27321 | 953 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3115th of 35406 | 800 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5785th of 30306 | 259 |
Regional Popularity of "Mimi" 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 "Mimi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
47.64% 657th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
74.84% 1157th/1546 |
42.22% 657th/1556 |
79.05% 1860th/2353 |
55.53% 859th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.92% 889th/2227 |
30.33% 737th/2430 |
39.89% 1138th/2853 |
26.45% 734th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
54.34% 1596th/2937 |
35.46% 1235th/3483 |
40.51% 1425th/3518 |
27.92% 1129th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
48.72% 2180th/4475 |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
21.99% 1389th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
57.75% 4223rd/7313 |
28.93% 2159th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
63.34% 2842nd/4487 |
- |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mimi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mimi" 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.