Tower or fortress; also related to fish
In a Greek context, Minas is a traditional name often associated with Saint Menas, potentially derived from an Egyptian root. In the literary world of J.R.R. Tolkien, it means 'tower' in the fictional Sindarin language. It also appears in Portuguese and Spanish contexts as a topographic name referring to mines.
Less common today
Minas isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,015 in 2023.
Acclaimed Greek film and theatrical actor
The capital city of Gondor, known as the Tower of Guard · The Lord of the Rings
The Tower of Dark Sorcery, formerly Minas Ithil · The Lord of the Rings
Martyr and wonder-worker of the early Christian church
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
