Girl Name · English Origin
Midge
Midge is a girl baby name of English origin, meaning "Worthy of love". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Midge often also consider Madge.
Midge meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Worthy of love
Origin: English naming roots help connect Midge to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Midge as M·I·D·G·E, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Midge is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Midge variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Midgea, Midgee, Midgey, Midg.
- Nicknames: Mid and M.
- Middle names: Pair Midge with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Midge middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Madge, Mitzi, Mitsuo, Mitch, Mathis — full picks on the sibling names for Midge guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Midge? Browse our names like Midge guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Midge
What does the name Midge mean?
Midge means "Worthy of love" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Midge?
Midge originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Midge?
Midge has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Midge a boy's or girl's name?
Midge is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Midge in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Midge sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Midge?
Names that share Midge's sound and style include Madge, Mitzi, Mitsuo, Mitch, Mathis.
What middle names pair well with Midge?
Good middle-name fits for Midge pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Midge is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Midge is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Midge?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Midge share its rhythm without rhyming — Madge, Mitzi, Mitsuo all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.