BoyLatin
Minor
MY-ner
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Latin
Total Births
1,740
Peak Year
#45 in 1923
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Minor is a masculine name of Latin origin, meaning 'lesser' or 'younger'. It's often used to distinguish a younger son.
Numerology
9
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
HumbleStudiousLoyalThoughtful
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