Minus

Boy name

Minus has been given to 48 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1947.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

Peak year

1947 (8 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1915

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Minus — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Linusboy

5,342 babies since 1882

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Minus.

48 babies since 1947

49 babies since 1939

47 babies since 1932

47 babies since 1942

47 babies since 1950

50 babies since 1934

46 babies since 1912

46 babies since 1924

Minus vs Nathainel ⚖Minus vs Friddie ⚖Minus vs Deryle ⚖Minus vs Mcarther ⚖

Sibling name ideas for Minus

Same era and popularity as Minus, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

Sisters

Verlina Soon Jelaine Suzon

Brothers

Nathainel Friddie Deryle Rendall

FAQ

How popular is the name Minus?

Minus has been given to 48 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Minus peak?

Minus peaked in 1947, when 8 babies were given the name.

Is Minus a girl or boy name?

Minus is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Minus are boys).

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