Mylah Girl

Popularity: #466 · 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 #688 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.

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. 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 70
14%
TX 47
9%
FL 39
8%
NC 25
5%
OH 25
5%
NY 23
5%
WI 17
3%
IN 17
3%
TN 17
3%
IL 16
3%
CT 15
3%
PA 14
3%
MA 13
3%
GA 13
3%
VA 13
3%

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.

YearBirths
2024551
2023789
2022719
2021602
2020365
2019319
2018322
2017281
2016225
2015255
2014251
2013230
2012208
2011194
2010153
2009117
2008104
200767
200665
2005108
200427
200335
200211
200115
200010
199911
199812
19975
19935