Mendie
A feminine variation of the Irish name Maedhbh, meaning "intoxicating one".
Name Census estimates that about 54 living Americans carry the first name Mendie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Mendie today is around 51 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mendie births was 1975 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mendie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Mendie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
54
~ 1 in 6,347,303 Americans
Peak year
1975
12 babies that year
Average age
51
years old
1978 SSA rank
#8,212
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Mendie: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Mendie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Mendie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 60 | 60 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Mendie
The name Mendie originates from the Germanic language family and has its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be a variation of the name Mende, which was derived from the Old German word "munt," meaning "mouth" or "protector."
During the medieval period, the name was predominantly found in regions of central and northern Europe, particularly in areas where Germanic tribes had settled, such as modern-day Germany, the Netherlands, and parts of France. The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to the 9th century, when it appeared in historical records and chronicles of the Carolingian Empire.
One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the name Mendie was Mendie von Fulda, a Benedictine monk and scholar who lived in the 9th century in the monastery of Fulda, located in present-day Hesse, Germany. He is renowned for his contributions to the preservation and copying of ancient manuscripts, ensuring the survival of numerous literary works from the classical era.
Another notable figure was Mendie von Trier, a German noblewoman who lived in the 12th century and played a significant role in the establishment of the Premonstratensian Order, a Catholic religious order founded in 1120. Her dedication to charitable causes and her support for the Order earned her recognition and respect among her contemporaries.
In the 14th century, Mendie von Aachen, a German artist and illuminator, gained prominence for her intricate and exquisite illuminations in medieval manuscripts. Her work showcased the artistic traditions of the time and served as a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of medieval artists.
Moving into the 16th century, Mendie Sibylle von Württemberg, a German princess and duchess, made her mark in history. Born in 1547, she was known for her patronage of the arts and her support for the Protestant Reformation, playing a significant role in shaping the cultural and religious landscape of her time.
Lastly, Mendie von Stade, a German noblewoman and landowner from the 17th century, is remembered for her philanthropic efforts and her advocacy for education. She established several schools and educational institutions, ensuring that knowledge was accessible to the wider population, regardless of their social standing.
While the name Mendie may have evolved and adapted over the centuries, its Germanic roots and historical significance remain a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the regions where it originated and flourished.
People
Mendie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mendie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Mendie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mendie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 54 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mendie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 6,347,303 US residents.
Is Mendie a common name?
We classify Mendie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 55.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 60 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mendie most popular?
The single biggest year for Mendie was 1975, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mendie is about 51 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Mendie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Mendie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Mendie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Mendie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Mendie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Mendie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Mendie?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.