Minna
Meaning of Minna
Minna is a lovely and timeless name for a baby girl. The name has multiple origins, including Finnish and German. In Finnish, Minna is pronounced as MEEN-nah (/ˈminːɑ/), while in German it is pronounced as MIN-nah (/ˈmɪna/). The name also has variations such as Mina and Minnie.
Minna has a rich history and has been used as a given name for girls for many years. In the United States of America, Minna has had varying levels of popularity over the decades. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Minna was most popular in the early 20th century, with its highest rank in 1917 when it ranked 49th in occurrence. However, its popularity declined over time and reached its lowest point in the 1960s when it barely made it into the top 10,000 names.
Despite its fluctuating popularity, Minna remains a beautiful choice for parents looking for an elegant and classic name for their daughter. Its simplicity and charm make it a versatile option that can suit any personality. Whether you prefer the Finnish pronunciation or the German one, Minna is sure to bring grace and sophistication to your little girl's life.
Pronunciation
Finnish
- Pronunced as MEEN-nah (/ˈminːɑ/)
German
- Pronunced as MIN-nah (/ˈmɪna/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Minna
| Minna Canth was a Finnish writer and social activist known for addressing women's rights issues in her work. |
| Minna Sundberg is a Finnish illustrator and cartoonist known for webcomics A Redtail's Dream and Stand Still, Stay Silent. |
| Minna Reichert was a German peace activist and politician known for her involvement with the Social Democratic Party, Independent Social Democratic Party, and Communist Party of Germany, and her role as a member of the Prussian assembly in 1920/21. |
| Minna Meriluoto - Minna Johanna Kauppinen is a Finnish international football goalkeeper who plays for HJK Helsinki in the Naisten Liiga. |
| Minna Lindgren - Minna-Liisa Gabriela Lindgren is a popular Finnish writer and journalist known for her best-selling crime fiction novels. |
| Minna Halonen - Minna-Monica Halonen is a retired Finnish ice hockey goaltender who represented Finland in international tournaments and the 2002 Winter Olympics. |
| Minna Kauppi, a Finnish orienteer from Asikkala, is a nine-time World Champion, with five golds from relays. |
