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Mister Pronunciation

Mister is pronounced MIS-tər /ˈmɪs.tər/High

Meaning: From the word mister — 'a title of respect for a man; sir' (a weakened form of master, from Latin magister, 'a master, a teacher')Low

In 30 seconds: Mister; sir: Mister is a title/word-name — 'a title of respect'. Bold, playful, and warm.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningFrom the word mister — 'a title of respect for a man; sir' (a weakened form of master, from Latin magister, 'a master, a teacher')

U.S. rank (2024)#6343 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 729

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Mister comes from the word mister — 'a title of respect for a man; sir' (a weakened form of master, from Latin magister, 'a master, a teacher'). A bold, playful title/word-name (nickname Mr.).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-title-of-respect at the root, and playful.

Did you know? Mister means 'a title of respect for a man; sir' (a weakened form of master, from Latin magister, 'a master, a teacher') — a bold, playful title/word-name (said 'MIS-tər').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — mister — word/title origin

Variations

Mistor

Themes & Styles

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How do you pronounce Mister?

Mister is pronounced MIS-tər (/ˈmɪs.tər/). Press play above to hear Mister said aloud.

How do you say Mister?

Mister is said MIS-tər (/ˈmɪs.tər/). Press play above to hear Mister said aloud.

What does the name Mister mean?

Mister is a title/word-name — 'a title of respect for a man; sir'.

Is Mister a boy or girl name?

Mister is a boy's name.

How popular is Mister?

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