Mitzi
Mitzi is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bitter or beloved; originally a diminutive form of Maria.
Origin and history
Mitzi originated as a German diminutive of Maria or Maria Theresia, historically used as an affectionate nickname. It gained popularity as an independent given name in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it remains a charming and somewhat vintage choice with relatively low modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
13,200 babies in the United States have been named Mitzi since 1880. It ranks #1390 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1994.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.1 %)
- CA (12 %)
- TN (8.6 %)
- NC (6.8 %)
- GA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 26 |
| 1910-1920 | 163 |
| 1920-1930 | 387 |
| 1930-1940 | 741 |
| 1940-1950 | 645 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,234 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,900 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,268 |
| 1980-1990 | 643 |
| 1990-2000 | 593 |
| 2000-2010 | 311 |
| 2010-2019 | 182 |
| 2020-2029 | 107 |
Famous people named Mitzi
- Mitzi Gaynor: Actress, Singer
- Mitzi Kapture: Actress
Fun facts
- Mitzi arose in German-speaking regions as a traditional pet name for Maria.
- The name saw its highest levels of usage in the U.S. during the 1950s and 1960s.