Minky

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Pronounced MINK-ee /ˈmɪŋk.i/Medium

Meaning: An affectionate nickname-style coinage, sometimes a pet name; no documented etymology as a given name. Routes uncertain.Low

In 30 seconds: A playful nickname-name: Minky reads sweet and casual (said 'MINK-ee'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningAn affectionate nickname-style coinage, sometimes a pet name; no documented etymology as a given name. Routes uncertain.

History & Origin

Minky is an affectionate nickname-style coinage used as a given name. It has no documented etymology — routes uncertain, which we note — a playful, very rare name in the U.S. (said 'MINK-ee').

It appears only very rarely in the U.S. Rare, playful, and casual.

Did you know? Minky is an affectionate coinage — the kind of endearment that becomes a name — with no documented etymology; routes uncertain, which we note (said 'MINK-ee').

Overall data confidence 26%

References — Minky — affectionate coinage; no documented etymology; uncertain

Variations

MinkieMinkiMynky

Nicknames

MinKy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Minky mean?

Minky is an affectionate coinage used as a name; it has no documented etymology, which we note.

How do you pronounce Minky?

It's said MINK-ee /ˈmɪŋk.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Minky a boy or girl name?

Minky is a girl's name.

How popular is Minky?

Minky is a very rare name in the U.S.