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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mee-RAY-uh /miˈɾe.ja/
Origin: Spanish; Latin
Meaning: Spanish: 'admirable'; Latin: 'wonderful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mireya has its roots in the Latin word "mirare," which means "to admire" or "to wonder." This Latin term evolved into various forms in the Romance languages, particularly in Spanish, where it became associated with the meaning of "admirable" or "wonderful." The name Mireya is often considered a variant of the name Mireille, which has its origins in the Occitan language of southern France, derived from the Latin "miraculum," meaning "miracle." The transition of the name into English likely occurred through cultural exchanges and the influence of Spanish and French on the English language over the centuries, particularly during periods of exploration and colonization from the 15th century onward. Historically, the name Mireya has been linked to various cultural and religious figures, though specific milestones are less documented compared to more widely recognized names.
The name gained some prominence in the 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, where it has been embraced for its lyrical quality and positive connotations. The name's association with admiration and wonder has allowed it to resonate within various cultural contexts, often embodying ideals of beauty and grace.
Culturally, names that derive from the root of admiration have often been used in literature and art to symbolize virtues or qualities that are esteemed in society. The name Mireya, with its melodic sound and meaningful origins, fits within this tradition, representing a blend of historical significance and cultural appreciation.
While diminutive forms such as Mireyita may exist, the name Mireya stands on its own, reflecting a rich linguistic heritage.
Famous people named Mireya
In this section, you will find notable people named Mireya. 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 Mireya who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Mireya Moscoso is a former President of Panama best known for her leadership from 1999 to 2004.
Mireya S. is a singer best known for her work in the Latin music genre.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mireya was first seen in the United States in 1951.
Mireya has ranked as high as #740 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Mireya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mireya 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 Mireya was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Mireya (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 49 | |
| TX | 46 | |
| AZ | 15 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| CO | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 |
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 Mireya.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 233 |
| 2023 | 196 |
| 2022 | 165 |
| 2021 | 171 |
| 2020 | 188 |
| 2019 | 198 |
| 2018 | 218 |
| 2017 | 211 |
| 2016 | 186 |
| 2015 | 155 |
| 2014 | 157 |
| 2013 | 178 |
| 2012 | 155 |
| 2011 | 173 |
| 2010 | 197 |
| 2009 | 265 |
| 2008 | 281 |
| 2007 | 250 |
| 2006 | 263 |
| 2005 | 273 |
| 2004 | 255 |
| 2003 | 275 |
| 2002 | 267 |
| 2001 | 262 |
| 2000 | 245 |
| 1999 | 331 |
| 1998 | 438 |
| 1997 | 567 |
| 1996 | 283 |
| 1995 | 150 |
| 1994 | 166 |
| 1993 | 162 |
| 1992 | 176 |
| 1991 | 133 |
| 1990 | 102 |
| 1989 | 108 |
| 1988 | 68 |
| 1987 | 95 |
| 1986 | 73 |
| 1985 | 75 |
| 1984 | 69 |
| 1983 | 76 |
| 1982 | 83 |
| 1981 | 88 |
| 1980 | 107 |
| 1979 | 103 |
| 1978 | 82 |
| 1977 | 90 |
| 1976 | 80 |
| 1975 | 80 |
| 1974 | 67 |
| 1973 | 84 |
| 1972 | 75 |
| 1971 | 52 |
| 1970 | 45 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |