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Female Name

Miep

ˈmip
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

diminutives
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
63/100
classic120%
youthful80%
informal80%
delicate65%
strange140%
comedic80%

Meaning & Etymology

Miep is a Dutch diminutive form of the name Maria, commonly used as a nickname. It carries a sense of endearment and familiarity, often used within close-knit communities or families.

Etymology

Original Form:

Maria

Evolution:

The name Miep evolved as a diminutive form in Dutch-speaking regions, reflecting a cultural tendency to create affectionate nicknames.

Source:

Dutch naming conventions

Related Names

Marijke

Variants

Maaike

Variants

Marieke

Variants

Mariëlle

Variants

Mariëtte

Variants

Marike

Variants

Mariska

Variants

Marita

Variants

Meike

Variants

Mia

Variants

Mieke

Variants

Mies

Variants

Ria

Variants

Jet

Diminutive

Marietjie

Other Languages & Cultures

Marie

Other Languages & Cultures

Mariam

Other Languages & Cultures

Maryam

Other Languages & Cultures

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