Mindi

Diminutive of Melinda

"beautiful honey"

Mindi Origin and Meaning

The name Mindi is a girl's name.

Mindi is a feminine name that emerged primarily as a nickname or diminutive form, but gained usage as an independent given name during the mid-20th century. It likely developed as a shortened version of Melinda (meaning 'gentle' or 'sweet' from the Spanish Melinda), or possibly from Amanda (Latin for 'worthy of love'). The spelling variant with an 'i' ending gives it a playful, friendly quality compared to the 'y' ending in Mindy. The name peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and early 1980s, reflecting the trend toward casual, approachable names with a contemporary sound. Though less common today, Mindi maintains an upbeat, youthful quality that appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and somewhat distinctive.

Mindi Rank in US Top 1000

# 770 in the US

Famous People Named Mindi

• Mindi Abair American saxophonist
• Mindi Messmer American politician