Mirna Girl

Popularity: #917 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MEER-nah /ˈmɪər.nə/

Origin: Slavic; Arabic

Meaning: Slavic: 'peace'; Arabic: 'princess'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Mirna has its roots in the Slavic languages, particularly deriving from the word "mir" which translates to "peace" or "world." This etymological foundation can be traced back to Old Slavic, where the concept of peace was significant in various cultural contexts. The name has also been linked to the Arabic word "mirna," which means "to be pleasant" or "to be sweet," further enriching its linguistic heritage.

The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Slavic immigrants and the broader cultural exchanges in Europe during the 19th and 20th centuries. Historically, the name Mirna has been associated with various figures in literature and folklore, particularly in Slavic cultures.

While there are no prominent biblical figures or saints directly linked to the name, its variants and similar names have been present in various cultures, often symbolizing tranquility and harmony. The name gained some recognition in the 20th century through literary works and media, which helped to establish its presence in different regions.

Culturally, the name Mirna resonates with themes of peace and serenity, making it a favored choice in contexts that value these ideals. In some traditions, names that embody such qualities are believed to bring good fortune or positive attributes to the bearer.

The name's simplicity and melodic quality contribute to its appeal, while diminutive forms like Mira may also be used in various cultures, reflecting a common practice of creating affectionate or familiar versions of names. Overall, Mirna carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in notions of peace and pleasantness.

Famous people named Mirna

In this section, you will find notable people named Mirna. 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 Mirna who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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

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Mirna Lisanic is a professional dancer best known for her performances on So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars.

Mirna Velasco is a television presenter best known for her work on various entertainment programs in Latin America.

Sibling suggestions

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

MiraMinaMiraeMirellaMireya

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Mirna. 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.

MinaMiraMyraMyrnaMiraeMireilleMireyaMirella

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mirna was first seen in the United States in 1947.

Mirna has ranked as high as #1682 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Arizona.

In the past 5 years the name Mirna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Mirna 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 Mirna 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 Mirna.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 31 0 31
2024 18 0 18
2023 19 0 19
2022 25 0 25
2021 36 0 36
2020 26 0 26
2019 31 0 31
2018 30 0 30
2017 26 0 26
2016 38 0 38
2015 27 0 27
2014 27 0 27
2013 18 0 18
2012 23 0 23
2011 30 0 30
2010 36 0 36
2009 44 0 44
2008 44 0 44
2007 46 0 46
2006 61 0 61
2005 71 0 71
2004 55 0 55
2003 68 0 68
2002 76 0 76
2001 103 0 103
2000 60 0 60
1999 58 0 58
1998 77 0 77
1997 74 0 74
1996 86 0 86
1995 68 0 68
1994 86 0 86
1993 97 0 97
1992 103 0 103
1991 81 0 81
1990 91 0 91
1989 96 5 91
1988 81 0 81
1987 75 0 75
1986 62 0 62
1985 71 0 71
1984 72 0 72
1983 77 0 77
1982 77 0 77
1981 71 0 71
1980 99 0 99
1979 95 0 95
1978 76 0 76
1977 76 0 76
1976 92 0 92
1975 112 0 112
1974 123 0 123
1973 84 0 84
1972 50 0 50
1971 61 0 61
1970 59 0 59
1969 59 0 59
1968 51 0 51
1967 47 0 47
1966 44 0 44
1965 44 0 44
1964 26 0 26
1963 41 0 41
1962 33 0 33
1961 35 0 35
1960 40 0 40
1959 36 0 36
1958 32 0 32
1957 28 0 28
1956 23 0 23
1955 25 0 25
1954 25 0 25
1953 22 0 22
1952 13 0 13
1951 9 0 9
1950 13 0 13
1949 9 0 9
1947 5 0 5

Top States for Mirna (2021)

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
NY 5
100%