Find out how popular the first name Moxie has been for the last 18 years (from 2006 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Moxie by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Moxie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 39 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Moxie.

The history of the first name Moxie

The name Moxie is believed to have originated from the Algonquian word "maɡkssιω" which means "dark water" or "invigorating drink". This word was later anglicized to "moxie" by English settlers in the Americas, particularly in the New England region.

The earliest recorded use of the name Moxie dates back to the late 19th century when it was used as a brand name for a carbonated beverage made from gentian root and other plant extracts. The Moxie soda was created in 1876 by Dr. Augustin Thompson and became popular in the United States, particularly in the northeastern states.

While the name Moxie initially gained popularity as a brand name for the soda, it eventually transitioned into a given name, particularly for boys. The name was often chosen to represent qualities such as courage, spirit, and determination, which were associated with the beverage's invigorating and energizing properties.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Moxie was Moxie Hibbard, an American professional baseball player who was born in 1874 and played for various teams in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Another notable person with the name was Moxie Rindge, an American heiress and environmentalist born in 1875, who fought to preserve the undeveloped coastal lands in California.

In the 20th century, the name Moxie gained further popularity, particularly in the United States. One notable individual was Moxie Perlmutter, an American actor and comedian born in 1901, who appeared in numerous Broadway plays and Hollywood films. Another was Moxie Brid, a Canadian artist and illustrator born in 1919, known for her whimsical and imaginative works.

Moxie Crimefighter Jesperson, born in 1941, was an American activist and advocate for victims of sexual assault, who founded organizations dedicated to supporting survivors and raising awareness about these crimes.

While the name Moxie has its origins in the Algonquian language and was initially associated with a popular beverage, it has evolved into a unique and distinctive given name, often chosen to represent qualities of strength, resilience, and determination.

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