Minda
Latin/Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Minda
Minda is a diminutive or variant form of names like Melinda or Miranda, derived from Latin roots meaning "admirable" or "worthy of admiration." The name has Germanic and Romance language influences, with "minda" also appearing in some Scandinavian contexts as a standalone name.
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Etymology
Minda is a diminutive or variant form of names like Melinda or Miranda, derived from Latin roots meaning "admirable" or "worthy of admiration." The name has Germanic and Romance language influences, with "minda" also appearing in some Scandinavian contexts as a standalone name.
The name is used across Western cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries, Scandinavian regions, and parts of Europe, with no specific religious association; it gained modest popularity in the 20th century but lacks significant historical figures of major renown.
Minda currently ranks #16,825 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1951.
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