Mutty
A diminutive form of the Indian feminine name Muthumani, meaning "pearl eyes".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Mutty. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Mutty today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mutty births was 2019 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mutty. 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 Mutty. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2019
5 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2019 SSA rank
#13,503
Tracked since 2019
Popularity
Mutty: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Mutty 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 Mutty during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Mutty
The given name Mutty has its roots in the ancient Tamil language, which is one of the oldest living classical languages in the world. It originated in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent, where Tamil is spoken predominantly in the state of Tamil Nadu and the nearby regions.
The name Mutty is derived from the Tamil word "muttu," which means "pearl" or "gem." It carries a connotation of preciousness, beauty, and rarity. In Tamil culture, pearls have held a significant place, being revered for their lustrous appearance and their association with wealth and status.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mutty can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the reign of the Pallava dynasty in Tamil Nadu. Historical records from that period mention a prominent scholar and poet named Mutty Tholkappiyar, who made significant contributions to Tamil literature and grammar.
Another notable figure bearing the name Mutty was Mutty Veerappa Chettiar, a renowned Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement, advocating for the rights of the underprivileged and working towards the upliftment of the Tamil community.
In the realm of arts and culture, Mutty Siva Sankara Iyar, a Tamil poet and playwright from the 19th century, left a lasting impact on the literary landscape. His works celebrated the rich heritage and traditions of Tamil culture, earning him widespread acclaim and recognition.
Moving beyond the Indian subcontinent, the name Mutty also found its way into other parts of the world, particularly through the diaspora of Tamil communities. One such example is Mutty Lena Mendis, a Sri Lankan educator and women's rights activist who lived in the early 20th century. She was instrumental in establishing schools and advocating for the education of girls in Sri Lanka.
In the field of sports, Mutty Jaleel Ali Khan, a former Indian cricketer from the 1930s and 1940s, made his mark as a talented all-rounder. He represented the Indian national team in Test matches and is remembered for his remarkable performances on the cricket field.
While the name Mutty may not be as prevalent today as it once was, its historical significance and cultural roots remain deeply embedded in the Tamil tradition, serving as a reminder of the richness and diversity of names and their origins from around the world.
People
Mutty + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mutty 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
Mutty: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mutty?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mutty 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Mutty a common name?
We classify Mutty as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mutty most popular?
The single biggest year for Mutty was 2019, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mutty is about 7 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 Mutty in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Mutty a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Mutty in the SSA data are male. 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 Mutty still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Mutty 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 Mutty 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 many people have the name Mutty?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Mutty, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.