Minda

MIN-duh'MIN-duh'2 syllables
🇬🇧English
Kind

MEANING

Gentle and loving

ORIGIN

American

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from 'Melinda', which combines 'Mel' (honey) and 'Linda' (beautiful)

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a diminutive or affectionate form

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Popularized in the 20th century in the United States

🌐Scandinavian
Soft

MEANING

Love

ORIGIN

Nordic

ETYMOLOGY

Likely a derivative of 'Minda', a short form of names like 'Arminda'

CULTURAL NOTES

Used in Scandinavian countries as a standalone name

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Has been used in various forms across Nordic countries for centuries

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