The nameMitzi
Mitzi is a playful German pet form of Maria. It had its American moment in the 1950s.
- Girl's name
- German and Austrian
Meaning
Mitzi comes from Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam.
Origin
German and Austrian.
History
In the United States Mitzi reached 430th place in 1955.
Famous people named Mitzi
- Mitzi Gaynor, actress
Popularity of the name Mitzi
Mitzi in the United States
Mitzi was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 3,900 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Mitzi. Its rise began around 1926, and it peaked in 1961. Half of all babies named Mitzi in the United States were born before 1963, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitzi mean?
Mitzi comes from Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam.
What is the origin of the name Mitzi?
German and Austrian.
Is Mitzi a girl's or a boy's name?
Mitzi is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Mitzi?
In 2024, Mitzi was the 8096th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 13 births.
What are the variants of the name Mitzi?
Variants and related names of Mitzi include Maria and Marie.
Who are famous people named Mitzi?
Mitzi Gaynor, actress.