Myles Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMYLES / /maɪlz/English; Irish; Latin
Meaning
English: servant; Irish: soldier; Latin: merciful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Myles is derived from the Latin name 'Milo', which means merciful. It has been used in various cultures, including English and Irish, where it has different meanings. Myles has been popular in English-speaking countries and has historical roots in medieval times. The name has also been associated with several saints, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Myles has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Miles
International Variants
- Milo (Spanish); Míles (Irish)
Famous people named Myles
Myles Munroe was a Bahamian pastor, author, and motivational speaker known for his teachings on leadership and personal development.
Myles Garrett is an American football player who plays as a defensive end for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL.
Myles Kennedy is an American musician and lead vocalist of the rock band Alter Bridge.
Myles Standish was an English military officer who played a prominent role in the early colonial history of America.
Fictional characters named Myles
Myles is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Myles is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a supporting character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Myles was first seen in the United States in 1887. Myles has ranked as high as #156 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Myles has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Myles (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 273 | |
CA | 252 | |
OH | 238 | |
FL | 187 | |
NY | 177 | |
MI | 150 | |
PA | 145 | |
NC | 121 | |
IN | 100 | |
IL | 99 | |
WI | 90 | |
MN | 90 | |
VA | 89 | |
GA | 87 | |
MO | 87 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1887 | 11 |
1888 | 7 |
1890 | 6 |
1891 | 10 |
1893 | 7 |
1895 | 8 |
1896 | 7 |
1898 | 14 |
1900 | 13 |
1901 | 8 |
1902 | 9 |
1903 | 5 |
1904 | 7 |
1905 | 9 |
1906 | 10 |
1907 | 5 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 14 |
1910 | 20 |
1911 | 15 |
1912 | 30 |
1913 | 31 |
1914 | 53 |
1915 | 59 |
1916 | 52 |
1917 | 65 |
1918 | 80 |
1919 | 60 |
1920 | 71 |
1921 | 95 |
1922 | 79 |
1923 | 67 |
1924 | 93 |
1925 | 79 |
1926 | 67 |
1927 | 68 |
1928 | 81 |
1929 | 72 |
1930 | 70 |
1931 | 70 |
1932 | 59 |
1933 | 65 |
1934 | 66 |
1935 | 57 |
1936 | 71 |
1937 | 75 |
1938 | 75 |
1939 | 61 |
1940 | 66 |
1941 | 61 |
1942 | 79 |
1943 | 79 |
1944 | 74 |
1945 | 64 |
1946 | 80 |
1947 | 100 |
1948 | 112 |
1949 | 113 |
1950 | 110 |
1951 | 116 |
1952 | 122 |
1953 | 109 |
1954 | 105 |
1955 | 129 |
1956 | 121 |
1957 | 110 |
1958 | 100 |
1959 | 118 |
1960 | 116 |
1961 | 116 |
1962 | 115 |
1963 | 120 |
1964 | 112 |
1965 | 101 |
1966 | 83 |
1967 | 89 |
1968 | 85 |
1969 | 80 |
1970 | 88 |
1971 | 103 |
1972 | 87 |
1973 | 92 |
1974 | 75 |
1975 | 93 |
1976 | 95 |
1977 | 120 |
1978 | 105 |
1979 | 112 |
1980 | 112 |
1981 | 140 |
1982 | 153 |
1983 | 162 |
1984 | 162 |
1985 | 213 |
1986 | 382 |
1987 | 411 |
1988 | 385 |
1989 | 407 |
1990 | 521 |
1991 | 529 |
1992 | 585 |
1993 | 860 |
1994 | 712 |
1995 | 638 |
1996 | 652 |
1997 | 752 |
1998 | 931 |
1999 | 916 |
2000 | 1,044 |
2001 | 1,003 |
2002 | 970 |
2003 | 1,128 |
2004 | 1,075 |
2005 | 1,064 |
2006 | 1,051 |
2007 | 1,139 |
2008 | 1,309 |
2009 | 1,304 |
2010 | 1,356 |
2011 | 1,509 |
2012 | 1,620 |
2013 | 1,638 |
2014 | 1,669 |
2015 | 1,745 |
2016 | 1,699 |
2017 | 1,811 |
2018 | 2,102 |
2019 | 2,654 |
2020 | 2,960 |
2021 | 3,164 |
2022 | 3,356 |
2023 | 3,409 |
2024 | 3,551 |