Mimi

Mimi: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameFrench origin

Meaning and origin of Mimi

  • A female given name.

Etymology

From French and Italian Mimi.

How popular is Mimi?

14U.S. babies in 2025
#796peak rank (1956)
6,950babies since 1880

Since 1880, 6,950 girls in the U.S. have been named Mimi. Its highest rank for girls was #796 in 1956. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

18801920196020002025168 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Mimi FAQ

What does the name Mimi mean?

A female given name. From French and Italian Mimi.

What is the origin of the name Mimi?

Mimi is listed as a name of French origin.

How popular is the name Mimi?

Since 1880, 6,950 girls in the U.S. have been named Mimi. Its highest rank for girls was #796 in 1956. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Mimi a boy or girl name?

Mimi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,950 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.