Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 02, 2024

Moxie

US Popularity Rank: 6744

Origin: American

Meaning: Energetic; Driven

Here is a name with a lot of moxie! This gender-neutral name has a whole lot of spunk, and is an apt choice if baby is sure to be a wonderful little handful. With English and American origins, Moxie is both a given name and noun, meaning “energetic” or “driven.” Used often to describe someone who has nerve and courage—”you’ve got a lot of moxie, kid!”—the name is also synonymous with the oldest soda brand in America and the 2021 movie Moxie, directed by Amy Poehler.

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