Miracle Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMIR-uh-kul / /ˈmɪr.ə.kəl/English; Latin
Meaning
English: extraordinary event; Latin: miracle
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Miracle is derived from the English word 'miracle,' which refers to an extraordinary event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws. It has been used as a given name, particularly for girls, in modern times, reflecting a sense of hope and positivity. The name is often associated with themes of faith and divine intervention.
Trend Summary
The name Miracle has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miracle was first seen in the United States in 1960. Miracle has ranked as high as #677 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Florida, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Miracle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miracle (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 67 | |
| TX | 65 | |
| GA | 51 | |
| NC | 43 | |
| NY | 40 | |
| CA | 31 | |
| VA | 24 | |
| PA | 23 | |
| IL | 23 | |
| LA | 22 | |
| OH | 22 | |
| MD | 21 | |
| TN | 20 | |
| NJ | 17 | |
| MO | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 42 |
| 1980 | 46 |
| 1981 | 48 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 63 |
| 1984 | 64 |
| 1985 | 56 |
| 1986 | 61 |
| 1987 | 62 |
| 1988 | 79 |
| 1989 | 85 |
| 1990 | 96 |
| 1991 | 128 |
| 1992 | 141 |
| 1993 | 151 |
| 1994 | 175 |
| 1995 | 225 |
| 1996 | 287 |
| 1997 | 420 |
| 1998 | 366 |
| 1999 | 429 |
| 2000 | 504 |
| 2001 | 524 |
| 2002 | 527 |
| 2003 | 600 |
| 2004 | 610 |
| 2005 | 663 |
| 2006 | 660 |
| 2007 | 716 |
| 2008 | 679 |
| 2009 | 677 |
| 2010 | 576 |
| 2011 | 606 |
| 2012 | 762 |
| 2013 | 717 |
| 2014 | 786 |
| 2015 | 778 |
| 2016 | 875 |
| 2017 | 846 |
| 2018 | 833 |
| 2019 | 866 |
| 2020 | 824 |
| 2021 | 787 |
| 2022 | 763 |
| 2023 | 716 |
| 2024 | 660 |