Girl
Mindy
honey bee
About Mindy
Cheerful and approachable, this name radiates warmth and friendliness from the first syllable. It has a retro charm that's cycling back into fashion, bringing with it associations of kindness and genuine niceness. There's nothing intimidating about this name—it's the girl-next-door, the friend everyone wants, the colleague everyone appreciates. It feels American in the best sense: optimistic, unpretentious, democratic. The name suggests someone practical and grounded, someone who gets things done with a smile. While it peaked in popularity decades ago, that vintage quality now works in its favor, offering familiarity without oversaturation. It's cute without being childish, maintaining its charm across all ages. The sound is peppy and upbeat, difficult to say without a hint of happiness. For parents who value kindness and positivity above edginess or drama, who want their daughter's name to reflect genuine goodness, this delivers that message clearly.
Popularity of the Name Mindy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | #771 | |
| 1951 | #475 | |
| 1952 | #518 | |
| 1953 | #440 | |
| 1954 | #412 | |
| 1955 | #389 | |
| 1956 | #380 | |
| 1957 | #371 | |
| 1958 | #377 | |
| 1959 | #397 | |
| 1960 | #391 | |
| 1961 | #425 | |
| 1962 | #394 | |
| 1963 | #404 | |
| 1964 | #420 | |
| 1965 | #449 | |
| 1966 | #429 | |
| 1967 | #419 | |
| 1968 | #381 | |
| 1969 | #357 | |
| 1970 | #354 | |
| 1971 | #284 | |
| 1972 | #292 | |
| 1973 | #228 | |
| 1974 | #194 | |
| 1975 | #192 | |
| 1976 | #210 | |
| 1977 | #205 | |
| 1978 | #170 | |
| 1979 | #81 | |
| 1980 | #131 | |
| 1981 | #155 | |
| 1982 | #206 | |
| 1983 | #207 | |
| 1984 | #199 | |
| 1985 | #232 | |
| 1986 | #244 | |
| 1987 | #265 | |
| 1988 | #301 | |
| 1989 | #360 | |
| 1990 | #421 | |
| 1991 | #498 | #824 |
| 1992 | #565 | #907 |
| 1993 | #666 | #832 |
| 1994 | #758 | |
| 1995 | #823 | #994 |
| 1996 | #812 | |
| 1997 | #921 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Mindy
Names Similar to Mindy
Nicknames for Mindy
- Min
- Mimi
- Indy
- Dee
Famous People Named Mindy
| Mindy Kaling | Actress and Comedian |
| Mindy Cohn | Actress |
| Mindy McCready | Country Singer |
| Mindy Sterling | Actress |
| Mindy Robinson | Actress |
| Mindy Carson | Singer |
| Mindy Burbano | Actress |
| Mindy Mylrea | Fitness Expert |
| Mindy Kalinowski | Olympic Swimmer |
| Mindy Smith | Painter and Illustrator |
| Mindy Gledhill | Singer-Songwriter |
| Mindy Kwanten | Actress |
| Mindy Weisberger | Science Journalist |
| Mindy Rice | Production Designer |
| Mindy Koenigsfeld | Dancer |
| Mindy Rickles | Producer |
| Mindy Paige Davis | Actress |
| Mindy Kuhn | Pianist |
| Mindy Kornhaber | Scholar and Author |
Characters Named Mindy
| Mindy Lahiri | "The Mindy Project" TV Series |
| Mindy Macready | Hit-Girl - "Kick-Ass" Comic Series |
| Mindy Simmons | "The Simpsons" TV Series |
| Mindy Park | "The Martian" Novel and Film |