Miyah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEE-yah / miːjəJapanese; Hebrew
Meaning
Japanese: beautiful; Hebrew: to be elevated
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, names often reflect beauty and nature, with 'Miyah' suggesting elegance. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Western contexts. It has also been associated with modern naming trends that favor unique and melodic names.
Trend Summary
Miyah has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mia
- Miyahh
International Variants
- Mia (Italian)
- Miyako (Japanese)
Famous people named Miyah
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Fictional characters named Miyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miyah was first seen in the United States in 1981. Miyah has ranked as high as #1173 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Miyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 58 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 84 |
| 2000 | 65 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 74 |
| 2003 | 93 |
| 2004 | 98 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 121 |
| 2007 | 165 |
| 2008 | 129 |
| 2009 | 154 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2011 | 186 |
| 2012 | 208 |
| 2013 | 167 |
| 2014 | 180 |
| 2015 | 195 |
| 2016 | 169 |
| 2017 | 139 |
| 2018 | 135 |
| 2019 | 129 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 106 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 57 |