Dog Names > Minnie

Minnie

Unisex

Meaning

Of The Sea Or Bitter

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈmɪni/

Alt. Spellings

Minny

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Minnie, a name that's as cute as a button and as iconic as a certain mouse's polka-dotted bow. This name is perfect for your petite pooch, with its origins in Germany meaning 'protection'. It's a nod to the feisty, yet lovable, Minnie Mouse, who's been stealing hearts since 1928. Plus, it's a great conversation starter at the dog park. "Oh, your dog's name is Minnie? Like Minnie Mouse?" "No, like Minnie the Moocher, she's a bit of a scrounger." So, if you want a name that's small in size but big in personality, Minnie is a paw-some choice!

Traits associated with the name Minnie:

Dogs named Minnie tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Minnie?

It suggests that you have a fondness for classic characters, and that you may have a sentimental side.

Is Minnie a good dog name?

Minnie has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Minnie isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Naming your dog Minnie is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Minnie was, in the past month, the 293rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Minnie is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Minnie was viewed 158 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Minnie's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Minnie is most adored in Vermont, Kentucky and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Alabama and Wyoming.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Minnie.

Minnie is found in these categories:

disney

She's named after a beloved, iconic cartoon mouse character.

cute

Disney's Minnie Mouse embodies endearing charm and playful innocence.

military

Derived from "minuteman", a term for quick-response American Revolutionary soldiers.

cuddly

Small size and sweet nature make this moniker perfect for pooches.

british

Popular nickname in UK, often used for people named Mary or Wilhelmina.

small

Minnie sounds like mini, hinting at a petite, pint-sized pup!

old-fashioned

Popularized in the early 20th century, it's a vintage Disney classic.

hipster

Echoes vintage charm, nods to Disney nostalgia, and defies mainstream naming trends.

Dog names like Minnie:

Buddy

Companion, partner; perhaps a version of the word "brother".

Mimi

Faithful guard

Scrappy

full of fighting spirit

Teddy

Gift of god

Ali

Noble, Exalted

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