Minna
Minna is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Love, affection, or helmet of protection.
Origin and history
Minna is a classic Germanic name derived from an ancient root meaning love or protection. It was historically popular in Germany and Scandinavia and saw modest usage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States. Today, it remains a rare, vintage choice with gentle charm.
Popularity in the United States
3,151 babies in the United States have been named Minna since 1880. It ranks #3168 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1929.
States where it is most popular
- NY (64.2 %)
- CA (25.5 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
- IL (2.1 %)
- TX (1.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 218 |
| 1890-1900 | 362 |
| 1900-1910 | 295 |
| 1910-1920 | 411 |
| 1920-1930 | 226 |
| 1930-1940 | 134 |
| 1940-1950 | 136 |
| 1950-1960 | 86 |
| 1960-1970 | 51 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 161 |
| 1990-2000 | 224 |
| 2000-2010 | 239 |
| 2010-2019 | 301 |
| 2020-2029 | 172 |
Famous people named Minna
- Minna Gale: Actress
- Minna Gombell: Actress
Nicknames
Minnie, Min
Fun facts
- Minna von Barnhelm is a famous 1767 comedy by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing that cemented the name in German literature.
- Minna historically developed as both an independent name and a affectionate short form for Wilhelmina.