Myrtle Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMUR-tuhl / /ˈmɜːrtəl/English; Greek
Meaning
English: name of a plant; Greek: myrtle tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Myrtle is derived from the myrtle plant, which has been associated with love and immortality in various cultures. In ancient Greece, myrtle was sacred to Aphrodite, the goddess of love. The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in English-speaking countries. It has been used predominantly for girls, but it can also be considered for boys.
Trend Summary
Myrtle has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the early 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Myrtle was first seen in the United States in 1880. Myrtle has ranked as high as #812 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Myrtle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 12 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |