Find out how popular the first name Mendy has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mendy by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Mendy is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 64% of people named Mendy being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 55 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Mendy.

It's also interesting to see that despite Mendy being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2023 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Mendy.

The history of the first name Mendy

The name Mendy is a variant of the Hebrew name Mendel, which is derived from the German name Mendel, meaning "leader" or "commander". Mendel is a diminutive form of the Yiddish name Menachem, which translates to "comforter" or "consoler" in Hebrew.

The earliest recorded use of the name Mendy can be traced back to the 16th century in Eastern Europe, particularly among Ashkenazi Jewish communities. It gained popularity as a given name during the 19th and 20th centuries, especially among Hasidic Jews.

One of the earliest and most notable individuals with the name Mendy was Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, also known as the Lubavitcher Rebbe (1902-1994). He was a prominent Jewish leader who played a significant role in reviving and spreading the teachings of Hasidic Judaism worldwide.

Another notable figure bearing the name Mendy was Mendy Samstein (1924-2019), a Holocaust survivor who became a renowned author and speaker, sharing his experiences and promoting tolerance and understanding.

In the world of literature, Mendy Cahan (1938-2021) was a prominent Yiddish writer and poet who contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of Yiddish language and culture.

Mendy Rudolph (1932-2021) was a French-American businessman and philanthropist who played a crucial role in the development of the fashion industry in the United States.

Mendy Pellin (1932-2018) was an Israeli politician and member of the Knesset, who served as the Deputy Speaker of the Knesset and was actively involved in promoting Jewish education and culture.

While the name Mendy has its roots in the Jewish tradition, it has gained popularity across various cultures and communities, transcending its religious and ethnic boundaries.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Mendy was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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