Myrielle Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mee-ree-el /miːˈrɛl/
Origin: French; Hebrew
Meaning: French: 'myrrh'; Hebrew: 'beloved'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Myrielle is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, which is derived from the Hebrew word 'marah,' meaning 'bitterness' or 'rebellion.' This name was later adopted into Greek as Maria, which further evolved into Latin as Maria and subsequently into various forms in the Romance languages. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where Maria became Mary, a name of significant prominence in Christian tradition due to its association with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ.
Throughout history, the name Mary has been borne by numerous saints and queens, contributing to its enduring legacy. In the Christian tradition, Mary is venerated as a figure of purity and motherhood, and her name has been used in various forms across cultures and languages.
The name Miriam appears in the Hebrew Bible as the sister of Moses and Aaron, further solidifying its historical significance. The translation of the Bible into Latin (the Vulgate) and later into English, particularly in the King James Bible in the early 17th century, helped propagate the name's usage and its variants.
The name Myrielle, while less common, can be seen as a modern adaptation or derivative of these historical names, reflecting a blend of linguistic evolution and cultural resonance. The use of the suffix '-elle' adds a feminine touch, which is prevalent in many names of French origin, suggesting elegance and grace.
This adaptation aligns with a broader trend in naming practices that emphasize melodic and aesthetically pleasing forms, contributing to the name's appeal in various cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Myrielle was first seen in the United States in 2017.
Myrielle has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Myrielle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Myrielle 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 Myrielle was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Myrielle
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.
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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 Myrielle.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |