Mina

Meaning of Mina

Mina is often a short form of Wilhelmina, which means "resolute protector."

Mina has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Mina

Mina has held fairly steady, sitting around #597 in 2025 after peaking at #586 in 2023.

Notable people named Mina

• Mina Kimes
  ESPN analyst and journalist
• Mina Suvari
  American actress
• Mina Agossi
  Beninese-French jazz singer
• Mina El Hammani
  Spanish actress
• Mina Capitaine
  French politician

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Questions about the name Mina

What does the name Mina mean?

Mina means mina is often a short form of wilhelmina, which means "resolute protector.", and it comes from German origins.

Is Mina a boy's or a girl's name?

Mina is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Mina?

In 2025, Mina ranked #597 for girls, up from #607 the year before.

When was Mina most popular?

Mina peaked at #586 in 2023.