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Mandi

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Pronounced MAN-dee /ˈmæn.di/High

Meaning: A short form of Amanda, from the Latin amanda, 'worthy of love; lovable' (a -i spelling of Mandy). Used here as a standalone given name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A sweet pet form: Mandi comes from Amanda, 'worthy of love' (said 'MAN-dee'). Warm, friendly, and casual.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Latin
MeaningA short form of Amanda, from the Latin amanda, 'worthy of love; lovable' (a -i spelling of Mandy). Used here as a standalone given name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12923 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1977
Total births (all-time)≈ 10,018

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197719572024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mandi is a short form of Amanda (Latin amanda, 'worthy of love'), spelled with an -i rather than -y. As a given name in its own right it reads casual and warm, a friendly cousin of Mandy (said 'MAN-dee').

It appears rarely for girls in the U.S., against the more common Mandy and Amanda. Rare, warm, and casual.

Did you know? Mandi is a trim spelling of Mandy, the pet form of Amanda — a name from the Latin for 'worthy of love; lovable.' Bright and easygoing (said 'MAN-dee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Mandi — Short form of Amanda; Latin 'worthy of love'

Variations

MandyAmandaMandie

Nicknames

ManManda

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If you like Mandi…

Mandy— the standard spelling of the same pet name
Amanda— the full classic behind it
Brandi— a like warm -i pet name
Sandy— a like casual short name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mandi mean?

Mandi is a short form of Amanda, from the Latin for 'worthy of love; lovable.'

How do you pronounce Mandi?

It's said MAN-dee /ˈmæn.di/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Mandi a boy or girl name?

Mandi is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Mandi?

Mandi is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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