Mylah Girl

Popularity: #511 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MY-lah //ˈmaɪ.lə//

Origin: English; Arabic

Meaning: English: variation of Myla; Arabic: a form of the name Malia meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Mylah is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Ma'alah, which means "ascent" or "elevation." This name likely evolved through various linguistic adaptations, eventually reaching the English-speaking world. The transition from Hebrew to English often involved intermediaries such as Greek and Latin, but the specific path for Mylah is less documented than for more traditional names.

However, it is thought that the phonetic and structural elements of Mylah may have been influenced by similar-sounding names in various cultures, particularly those that emphasize melodic qualities in naming conventions. Historically, names with similar roots have been associated with significant figures or concepts.

For instance, the biblical Ma'alah appears in the context of geographical locations in ancient texts, which may have contributed to the name's resonance in religious and cultural narratives. While Mylah itself does not have a direct historical figure associated with it, the tradition of names that signify elevation or ascent has been prevalent in various cultures, often symbolizing spiritual or personal growth.

Culturally, names that evoke notions of elevation or ascent are often linked to positive attributes such as ambition, hope, and resilience. These associations have allowed names like Mylah to endure through generations, as they encapsulate ideals that many cultures value.

The name may also have diminutive forms or variations, such as Myla, which share similar phonetic qualities and meanings, further enriching its cultural tapestry. Overall, Mylah reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, embodying themes of elevation and aspiration.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mylah was first seen in the United States in 1993.

Mylah has ranked as high as #803 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and New York.

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

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Mylah 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 Mylah 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 Mylah.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 486 486
2024 552 552
2023 789 789
2022 720 720
2021 602 602
2020 365 365
2019 319 319
2018 322 322
2017 281 281
2016 225 225
2015 255 255
2014 251 251
2013 230 230
2012 208 208
2011 194 194
2010 153 153
2009 117 117
2008 104 104
2007 67 67
2006 65 65
2005 108 108
2004 27 27
2003 35 35
2002 11 11
2001 15 15
2000 10 10
1999 11 11
1998 12 12
1997 5 5
1993 5 5

Top States for Mylah (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 70
13%
TX 47
9%
FL 39
7%
OH 25
5%
NC 25
5%
NY 23
4%
MI 22
4%
TN 17
3%
WI 17
3%
IN 17
3%
IL 16
3%
CT 15
3%
PA 14
3%
MA 13
2%
GA 13
2%
VA 13
2%
AZ 12
2%
NJ 12
2%
CO 10
2%
MD 9
2%
KY 8
2%
MO 8
2%
LA 7
1%
NV 7
1%
AR 7
1%
SC 7
1%
KS 7
1%
NM 6
1%
OR 6
1%
WA 6
1%
SD 6
1%
UT 5
1%
AL 5
1%
IA 5
1%
WV 5
1%