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Mitzi

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Pronounced MIT-see /ˈmɪt.si/High

Meaning: A German/Bavarian pet form of Maria — from the Hebrew Miriam, variously 'beloved; of the sea; bitter'Low

In 30 seconds: Beloved; of the sea: Mitzi is a pet form of Maria. Sweet, playful, and warm.

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Origin LowHebrew, German

MeaningA German/Bavarian pet form of Maria — from the Hebrew Miriam, variously 'beloved; of the sea; bitter'

U.S. rank (2025)#5349 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births24 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1961

Total births (all-time)≈ 13,200

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Mitzi is a German/Bavarian pet form of Maria — from the Hebrew Miriam, variously 'beloved; of the sea; bitter'. A sweet, playful name (said 'MIT-see').

In the U.S. it appears as a pet form. Rare, beloved at the root, and playful.

Did you know? Maria comes from the Hebrew Miriam, variously 'beloved; of the sea; bitter' — Mitzi is a sweet German pet form, playful and warm (said 'MIT-see').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Mitzi — pet form of Maria

Variations

MitzieMizzi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mitzi mean?

Mitzi is a German pet form of Maria — Hebrew 'beloved; of the sea'.

How do you pronounce Mitzi?

It's said MIT-see /ˈmɪt.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Mitzi a boy or girl name?

Mitzi is a girl's name.

How popular is Mitzi?

Mitzi is a rare name in the U.S.