Minerva: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A goddess of wisdom, learned and powerful.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #2500
- Peak
- #194 in 1880
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Minerva Means
Minerva is a girl name of English origin. A goddess of wisdom, learned and powerful.
How Popular Minerva Is
Minerva currently ranks #2500 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #194 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Minerva
- Minerva peaked at #194 in the U.S. in 1880.
- Minerva is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Minerva is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Minerva
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Minerva
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Minerva.
Questions About Minerva
What does Minerva mean?
Minerva is a girl name of English origin. A goddess of wisdom, learned and powerful.
How popular is Minerva?
Minerva currently ranks #2500 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #194 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Minerva come from?
Minerva comes from English roots. Minerva peaked at #194 in the U.S. in 1880.
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