GirlEnglish origin

Myra: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A sweet-smelling oil, fragrant and gentle.

Origin
English
Syllables
2
Current rank
#556
Peak
#158 in 1880

Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1880: #15818801900: #25419001910: #30919101920: #28919201930: #30019301940: #22519401950: #23619501960: #26119601970: #46219701980: #52419801990: #70119902000: #93520002005: #101720052010: #96620102015: #60020152020: #5562020#1#1017

What Myra Means

Myra is a girl name of English origin. A sweet-smelling oil, fragrant and gentle.

How Popular Myra Is

Myra currently ranks #556 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #158 in 1880. It has held steady.

Good to Know About Myra

  • Myra peaked at #158 in the U.S. in 1880.
  • Myra is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
  • It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.

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Questions About Myra

What does Myra mean?

Myra is a girl name of English origin. A sweet-smelling oil, fragrant and gentle.

How popular is Myra?

Myra currently ranks #556 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #158 in 1880. It has held steady.

Where does Myra come from?

Myra comes from English roots. Myra peaked at #158 in the U.S. in 1880.

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