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Miles Boy

Popularity: #37 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationMYLES / /maɪlz/

Latin; English

Meaning

Latin: soldier; English: merciful

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Miles has its roots in the Latin name 'Mīles', which translates to 'soldier'. The term was used in the Roman Empire to denote a warrior or a knight, reflecting a martial connotation. The name made its way into Old French as 'Mil', which was later adopted into Middle English as 'Miles'. This transition highlights the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, which brought many Latin-derived names into the English language through the French vernacular.

Historically, the name Miles has been borne by notable figures, including Miles Coverdale, a 16th-century translator known for his English translation of the Bible, which was one of the first complete translations into English. His work contributed to the spread of the name in England during the Reformation, a period marked by significant religious and cultural transformation. Additionally, the name has been associated with various saints, including Saint Miles, a lesser-known figure in Christian hagiography, which further solidified its presence in medieval Europe.

Culturally, the name Miles has been linked to themes of valor and nobility due to its martial origins. It has been embraced in literature and the arts, often symbolizing strength and honor. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Milo, which has its own distinct etymological background but shares a similar cultural resonance. Overall, the name Miles carries a rich historical legacy, reflecting its journey through language and culture from ancient Rome to the present.

Trend Summary

Miles has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Myles
  • Mile

International Variants

  • Milo (Italian)
  • Miloš (Slavic)
  • Míles (Spanish)

Famous people named Miles

Miles Davis is a jazz musician best known for Kind of Blue, Bitches Brew, and Sketches of Spain.

Miles Teller is an actor best known for Whiplash, The Spectacular Now, and Divergent.

Miles O'Brien is a journalist best known for his work with CNN and PBS NewsHour.

Miles Brown is an actor best known for his role in Black-ish and his appearances on Dancing with the Stars.

Miles Heizer is an actor best known for 13 Reasons Why and Parenthood.

Miles McMillan is a model and artist best known for his work in fashion and his collaborations with various brands.

Fictional characters named Miles

Miles Morales is a fictional character from the Marvel Comics universe. He is a teenage superhero who takes on the mantle of Spider-Man, representing a new generation of heroes.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Miles was first seen in the United States in 1880. Miles has ranked as high as #54 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Miles has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Miles (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 695
11%
TX 553
9%
NY 336
5%
FL 334
5%
PA 298
5%
OH 252
4%
NC 221
4%
IL 208
3%
WA 204
3%
GA 200
3%
MI 186
3%
VA 175
3%
TN 163
3%
UT 163
3%
MA 161
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188054
188140
188244
188342
188439
188552
188636
188735
188843
188933
189047
189144
189247
189335
189456
189533
189642
189744
189859
189936
190055
190137
190245
190344
190445
190536
190624
190741
190844
190942
191053
191150
191293
1913119
1914127
1915186
1916217
1917232
1918245
1919261
1920231
1921233
1922295
1923239
1924233
1925244
1926242
1927215
1928220
1929185
1930165
1931169
1932197
1933157
1934154
1935161
1936179
1937147
1938163
1939166
1940150
1941160
1942175
1943154
1944156
1945163
1946202
1947272
1948276
1949286
1950326
1951300
1952307
1953293
1954353
1955318
1956321
1957309
1958327
1959320
1960331
1961323
1962386
1963331
1964317
1965291
1966215
1967202
1968211
1969226
1970231
1971205
1972204
1973206
1974206
1975227
1976196
1977227
1978232
1979308
1980298
1981300
1982405
1983348
1984409
1985456
1986777
1987835
1988887
1989957
1990993
1991982
19921,018
19931,073
1994948
1995795
1996829
1997943
19981,181
19991,053
20001,305
20011,384
20021,416
20031,511
20041,581
20051,755
20061,938
20072,133
20082,360
20092,402
20102,870
20113,359
20123,269
20133,415
20143,690
20153,740
20163,743
20173,631
20183,992
20194,889
20205,300
20215,727
20225,568
20236,581
20246,611