Mylie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MY-lee //ˈmaɪli//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: derived from 'Mylie'; Irish: a diminutive of 'Maolmhuire'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mylie is believed to be a variant of the name Miley, which has roots in the Irish surname "Maolmhuire". This surname is derived from the Gaelic elements "maolmhuire", meaning "servant of Mary".
The name Mary itself has a rich etymological background, tracing back to the Hebrew name "Miryam", which is thought to mean "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness". The transition from Hebrew to Greek, where it became "Maria", and then to Latin as "Maria", laid the groundwork for its adoption in various languages, including English.
The diminutive forms of Mary, such as Molly and Mylie, emerged as affectionate or informal variations, particularly in English-speaking contexts. Historically, the name Mary has been significant in Christianity, associated with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, who is venerated in various traditions.
The prominence of Mary in biblical texts, particularly in the New Testament, has ensured the name's enduring legacy. The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the name's presence in English literature and culture.
Over the centuries, Mary has been a popular name among saints and queens, contributing to its widespread use and variations, including Mylie. Culturally, names derived from Mary, including Mylie, often carry connotations of purity and devotion, reflecting the attributes associated with the Virgin Mary.
The use of diminutives like Mylie can evoke a sense of familiarity and affection, making it a cherished choice in familial and social contexts. This connection to a revered figure in religious history, combined with its linguistic evolution, has allowed the name Mylie to resonate within various cultural narratives, symbolizing both heritage and personal identity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mylie was first seen in the United States in 1924.
Mylie has ranked as high as #1533 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Utah, Ohio, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Mylie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mylie 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 Mylie 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 Mylie.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58 | 58 |
| 2024 | 49 | 49 |
| 2023 | 42 | 42 |
| 2022 | 38 | 38 |
| 2021 | 59 | 59 |
| 2020 | 27 | 27 |
| 2019 | 41 | 41 |
| 2018 | 53 | 53 |
| 2017 | 38 | 38 |
| 2016 | 37 | 37 |
| 2015 | 22 | 22 |
| 2014 | 21 | 21 |
| 2013 | 71 | 71 |
| 2012 | 101 | 101 |
| 2011 | 71 | 71 |
| 2010 | 109 | 109 |
| 2009 | 139 | 139 |
| 2008 | 337 | 337 |
| 2007 | 327 | 327 |
| 2006 | 131 | 131 |
| 2005 | 47 | 47 |
| 2004 | 47 | 47 |
| 2003 | 29 | 29 |
| 2002 | 24 | 24 |
| 2001 | 16 | 16 |
| 2000 | 6 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Mylie (2023)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| OH | 5 |