Miley Girl

Popularity: #318 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MY-lee //ˈmaɪli//

Origin: English; Irish

Meaning: English: derived from 'smiley'; Irish: short form of 'Maolmhuire'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Miley is believed to have originated as a diminutive form of the name Millicent, which has roots in Old French and Germanic languages. Millicent itself derives from the Germanic elements "milli" meaning "strong" and "cent" meaning "hundred," thus conveying a sense of strength.

The transition from Millicent to Miley likely occurred through informal usage and linguistic evolution, with the name gaining popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. The name Miley can also be associated with the Irish surname "Maolmhuire," which means "servant of Mary," further illustrating its diverse etymological background.

Historically, the name Miley has not been widely documented in significant texts or records until the late 20th century, when it began to emerge more prominently in popular culture. One notable milestone is the rise of the name in association with the American singer and actress Miley Cyrus, who gained fame in the early 2000s through the Disney Channel series "Hannah Montana." This association has contributed to the name's recognition, although it is important to note that the name itself predates this modern usage.

Culturally, Miley carries connotations of youthfulness and vibrancy, often associated with the carefree spirit of childhood and adolescence. The name's playful sound and informal nature lend it a sense of approachability, which has resonated with various audiences.

While diminutive forms like Milly or Millie have historical significance, Miley stands out as a distinct name that reflects contemporary trends in naming practices. Overall, Miley encapsulates a blend of historical roots and modern cultural significance, illustrating the dynamic nature of personal names.

Famous people named Miley

In this section, you will find notable people named Miley. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Miley who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Miley who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Miley Cyrus is a singer and actress best known for Hannah Montana, Wrecking Ball, and Party in the USA.

Miley Ray is a professional wrestler best known for her appearances in WWE and Impact Wrestling.

Fictional characters named Miley

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Miley Stewart is a fictional character from the TV series Hannah Montana. She is a teenage girl living a double life as a regular student and a famous pop star.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Miley, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

MiaMayaMollyMeganMiraMabel

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Miley. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MilaMinaMiraMacyMisty

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Miley was first seen in the United States in 1889.

Miley has ranked as high as #283 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Miley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Miley is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Miley was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Miley.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 900 0 900
2024 815 0 815
2023 684 0 684
2022 421 0 421
2021 381 0 381
2020 369 0 369
2019 367 0 367
2018 378 0 378
2017 292 0 292
2016 255 0 255
2015 263 0 263
2014 356 0 356
2013 803 0 803
2012 930 0 930
2011 991 0 991
2010 1,442 0 1,442
2009 1,737 0 1,737
2008 2,652 0 2,652
2007 1,233 0 1,233
2006 198 0 198
2005 26 0 26
2004 19 0 19
2003 27 0 27
2002 13 0 13
2001 11 0 11
2000 8 0 8
1999 9 0 9
1998 8 0 8
1997 6 0 6
1996 7 0 7
1994 6 0 6
1989 5 0 5
1987 6 0 6
1986 6 0 6
1983 6 0 6
1980 6 0 6
1964 5 0 5
1962 5 0 5
1957 7 7 0
1947 7 7 0
1946 5 0 5
1937 11 6 5
1932 5 5 0
1929 5 5 0
1928 11 6 5
1927 14 9 5
1926 16 6 10
1925 7 0 7
1923 7 7 0
1922 5 5 0
1920 6 0 6
1916 6 6 0
1915 6 6 0
1911 5 0 5
1892 5 0 5
1889 5 0 5

Top States for Miley (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 74
9%
TX 64
8%
FL 52
7%
OH 41
5%
NY 33
4%
TN 32
4%
NC 31
4%
IL 27
3%
MN 26
3%
AZ 26
3%
IN 25
3%
VA 24
3%
PA 24
3%
MI 23
3%
MO 22
3%
WA 22
3%
GA 19
2%
MA 18
2%
KY 18
2%
AL 15
2%
WI 15
2%
IA 14
2%
OK 14
2%
KS 12
2%
LA 11
1%
NJ 11
1%
OR 11
1%
UT 10
1%
ID 9
1%
NV 8
1%
MS 8
1%
CO 8
1%
AR 7
1%
CT 7
1%
NE 7
1%
SC 6
1%
MD 5
1%