Girl name
Mini name meaning
“small, tiny”
Mini is a feminine name commonly linked to Indonesian mini, meaning “small” or “tiny”, a word borrowed from English. This interpretation connects the name with small size. Mini can also serve as a familiar form of a longer name, alongside its association with the Indonesian word.
What does Mini mean?
Small, tiny
In Indonesian: kecil, mungil
The ending -ni occurs in varied names, such as Handayani, Wahyuni, and Rini. It is not one suffix with a fixed meaning, and the shared sound does not establish a common origin. More girl names ending in -ni →
Origin and cultural usage of Mini
May be linked to Indonesian mini, borrowed from English and meaning small in size. As a name, Mini can also be a familiar form of a longer name.
How to pronounce Mini
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mini/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦶꦤꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮤᮔᮤ |
Is Mini a girl’s name?
Yes, Mini is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Mini ranks #2,258 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mini
Famous people named Mini
- Cut Mini Theo · b. 1973
- Mini · b. 1963
- Mini Asfiatni Assaf
FAQ about the name Mini
What is the meaning of Mini?
Mini means small, tiny. May be linked to Indonesian mini, borrowed from English and meaning small in size. As a name, Mini can also be a familiar form of a longer name.
Is Mini a girl’s name?
Yes, Mini is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Mini have?
Mini has 2 syllables (Mi-ni) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Mini?
Mini ranks #2,258 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Mini?
Notable people named Mini include Cut Mini Theo, Mini, Mini Asfiatni Assaf.
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