Air of mystery or enigmatic quality
Derived from the French word 'mystique', which itself comes from the Greek 'mystikos', meaning secret or initiated. It refers to a fascinating aura of mystery, awe, or power surrounding someone or something. While historically used as a noun, it emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, largely influenced by popular culture.
Less common today
Mystique isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,067 in 2001.
Shape-shifting mutant and antihero · X-Men comics and films
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
