Mignon is a rare and distinctive given name of French origin, derived from the word 'mignon,' meaning 'cute' or 'charming.' It was originally used as a term of endearment for both males and females but has since evolved into a predominantly feminine name. Mignon gained some popularity in the United States during the late 19th to early 20th centuries, though it remains relatively uncommon today. Notable figures with this unique name include Mignon McLaughlin, an American journalist known for her syndicated column 'Neither Here nor There.'
The name Mignon experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks reaching as high as 44 births in 1961 and valleys dropping to as low as 5 births in several recent years (1995-1997, 2002). The highest decade for Mignon was the 1910s with a total of 386 births. After World War II, popularity began to decline steadily until it reached its lowest point in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Since then, it has remained relatively uncommon, with fewer than 10 births per year on average. In total, there have been 2239 recorded births of the name Mignon from 1880 to 2013.