Miller Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Occupational
Meaning
English: Miller (one who grinds grain); Occupational: miller
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Miller originated in England and was used to denote someone who worked in a mill. It became a common occupational surname during the Middle Ages. The name has been adopted as a given name in modern times. It reflects the importance of milling in agricultural societies.
Trend Summary
Miller has seen a steady rise in popularity as a given name in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Miller
International Variants
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Famous people named Miller
Miller Huggins was a professional baseball player and manager known for his time with the New York Yankees.
Arthur Miller was an American playwright famous for works such as 'Death of a Salesman' and 'The Crucible'.
Miller Williams was an American poet and educator recognized for his contributions to contemporary poetry.
Miller Lite is a popular American beer brand, known for its light lager.
Fictional characters named Miller
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miller was first seen in the United States in 1880. Miller has ranked as high as #718 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, and California. In the past 5 years the name Miller has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miller (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 51 | |
| GA | 48 | |
| NC | 42 | |
| AL | 35 | |
| CA | 33 | |
| TN | 31 | |
| SC | 30 | |
| LA | 29 | |
| MI | 28 | |
| IN | 23 | |
| UT | 23 | |
| IL | 22 | |
| NY | 22 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| KY | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 11 |
| 1882 | 16 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 12 |
| 1889 | 17 |
| 1890 | 12 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 11 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 11 |
| 1900 | 14 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 14 |
| 1907 | 17 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 21 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 41 |
| 1913 | 46 |
| 1914 | 70 |
| 1915 | 68 |
| 1916 | 54 |
| 1917 | 61 |
| 1918 | 62 |
| 1919 | 76 |
| 1920 | 84 |
| 1921 | 86 |
| 1922 | 84 |
| 1923 | 82 |
| 1924 | 82 |
| 1925 | 81 |
| 1926 | 63 |
| 1927 | 60 |
| 1928 | 52 |
| 1929 | 52 |
| 1930 | 63 |
| 1931 | 62 |
| 1932 | 42 |
| 1933 | 59 |
| 1934 | 52 |
| 1935 | 43 |
| 1936 | 40 |
| 1937 | 47 |
| 1938 | 60 |
| 1939 | 37 |
| 1940 | 45 |
| 1941 | 35 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 48 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 38 |
| 1946 | 39 |
| 1947 | 49 |
| 1948 | 35 |
| 1949 | 40 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 44 |
| 1953 | 38 |
| 1954 | 42 |
| 1955 | 51 |
| 1956 | 29 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1958 | 40 |
| 1959 | 43 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 32 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 77 |
| 2000 | 83 |
| 2001 | 69 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 88 |
| 2004 | 89 |
| 2005 | 112 |
| 2006 | 153 |
| 2007 | 166 |
| 2008 | 181 |
| 2009 | 179 |
| 2010 | 188 |
| 2011 | 217 |
| 2012 | 180 |
| 2013 | 213 |
| 2014 | 249 |
| 2015 | 272 |
| 2016 | 264 |
| 2017 | 260 |
| 2018 | 253 |
| 2019 | 311 |
| 2020 | 365 |
| 2021 | 469 |
| 2022 | 468 |
| 2023 | 559 |
| 2024 | 721 |