UK girl's name
Mini
The name Mini is a diminutive form of names like Minerva or Minnie, derived from Latin and meaning "of Mars" or "mind".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mini is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mini popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2001 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Mini. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mini ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 3 girls were registered as Mini.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mini as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5201
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Mini mean?
The name Mini is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "minatu," which means "a small measure" or "a tiny portion." This name is believed to have gained popularity in the Indian subcontinent around the 8th century AD.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mini can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata, where a character named Mini is mentioned as a warrior in the epic battle of Kurukshetra. This reference suggests that the name was in use during the time of the composition of the Mahabharata, which is believed to be between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE.
In the 12th century, Mini was the name of a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of trigonometry and the calculation of planetary positions. Mini's work was widely recognized and influenced the development of astronomical studies in the region.
During the Mughal Empire in the 16th century, Mini was the name of a renowned court dancer and performer who entertained the imperial court with her graceful movements and artistic talents. Her fame and skill as a dancer were celebrated throughout the empire.
In the 19th century, Mini was the name of a prominent Indian freedom fighter who actively participated in the struggle for independence from British colonial rule. Her acts of civil disobedience and participation in non-violent protests inspired many others to join the freedom movement.
Another notable individual with the name Mini was a 20th-century Indian artist and sculptor who gained recognition for her intricate and detailed works of art. Her sculptures, which often depicted scenes from Indian mythology and folklore, are displayed in various museums and art galleries across the country.
While the name Mini is primarily associated with the Indian subcontinent, it has also been adopted in other cultures and regions over time, though its origins can be traced back to the Sanskrit word "minatu."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mini over time
The chart below shows babies named Mini registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mini, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mini by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mini was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4600 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Mini
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mini: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mini in the UK right now?
In 2007, Mini was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mini most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 3 babies registered as Mini in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mini?
The name Mini is a diminutive form of names like Minerva or Minnie, derived from Latin and meaning "of Mars" or "mind".
How many people are called Mini in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Mini across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.