Mireille Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-RAY / miˈʁɛjFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'to admire'; Latin: 'sea star'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mireille is a name of French origin, derived from the Latin name 'Mireia'. It has been used in France since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is often associated with beauty and admiration, reflecting its meanings. It is also linked to the Occitan word 'mirèio', which means 'to admire'.
Trend Summary
Mireille has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mireia
- Mireille
International Variants
- Mireia (Catalan)
- Mireille (French)
Famous people named Mireille
Mireille Mathieu is a French singer known for her powerful voice and long career in music.
Mireille Enos is an American actress recognized for her roles in television and film, including 'The Killing'.
Mireille Darc was a French actress and director, celebrated for her work in French cinema.
Mireille Gansel is a French translator and writer, known for her contributions to literature.
Fictional characters named Mireille
Mireille Bouquet is a character in the anime series 'Noir', known as a skilled assassin.
Mireille is a character in the novel 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, representing beauty and admiration.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mireille was first seen in the United States in 1949. Mireille has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mireille has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mireille (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 13 |