Minas

“Intelligent”

Greek origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6119US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

82All-time births

📅 Since 197300

How to pronounce Minas

MEE·nus

/ˈmiː.nəs/ · stress on MEE · 2 syllables

“Intelligent”

Greek origin · Boy name

What does Minas mean and where does it come from?

Minas is derived from both Greek and Armenian origins. In Greece, Minas is often associated with St. Minas, a Christian martyr. The name is celebrated in Christian communities and has been used historically since ancient times, particularly among Greeks and Armenians. Modern usages of the name can b

Cultural significance

Minas has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greek-speaking communities, where it reflects values of intelligent.

Peak popularity

Reached #5067 in 1973 — currently #6119 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Minas?

Minas works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Minas Grace

How popular is Minas right now?

Rising fast — up 4383 spots — currently #6119 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#6119 · Top 4.5%

1980

1995

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6119	15	▲ up 4383 · +114% births
2022	#10502	7	▼ down 1104 · -12% births
2021	#9398	8	▲ up 2541 · +60% births
2005	#11939	5	▼ down 4621 · -29% births
1995	#7318	7	▼ down 1302 · +17% births
1980	#6016	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Minas

Best Year1980Rank #6016

Peak Count15

Average Rank#8549

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20236 years

The story of Minas

Minas is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 82 total births recorded, Minas remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Minas in 1973:

Michael Christopher Jason James David

Minas by decade

Minas peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	18
1980s ★	25
1990s	24
2000s	10
2010s	5

💎Minas has only 82 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Minas?

Common

MinMinieMiny

Famous people named Minas

Minas (Greek poet or artist)

Minas helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.

Minas (Byzantine leader)

Minas used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.

Minas (Greek poet or artist)

Minas helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.

Minas (modern Greek athlete)

Minas brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.

👑

Celebrity Names

What celebrities named their babies in 2025

Explore →

What names sound and feel like Minas?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Minas also consider these

Minos

Greek · Greek

Miras

English · A meaningful name

Milas

Turkey · of the sea

Linas

Lithuania · Lithuanian

Mina

Germanic · strong in will

Midas

Greece · the one who

Mias

English · A meaningful name

Finas

Greece · Refines, Purifies

Common questions about the name Minas

What does the name Minas mean?

Minas means "Intelligent" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Minas?

Minas is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Minas have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Minas?

Minas originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Minas?

Minas is a two-syllable name pronounced M IY1 N AH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Minas trending right now?

Minas is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.