Girl · 270th of 30,306
Myla
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
20,684
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
1,641
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Myla stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Myla is a modern English name with potential roots in the word 'mild' and connections to the Slavic name Mila, meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'. The name evolved from variations like Mila and Mylie. It is associated with traits of kindness and warmth, and has gained popularity in recent decades. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Myla is believed to be a modern variation of names such as Mylie or Myla, which may have roots in the word 'mild' or 'gentle'. It has also been linked to the name 'Mila', which derives from Slavic roots meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'.
Meaning
gracious, dear, gentle
Language Evolution
Mila, Mylie, Myla
Historical Usage
Myla gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and contemporary name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Mila, Mylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Myla is perceived as a modern and trendy name, associated with kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Myla Kunis, Myla Goldbergh
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,641 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3555th of 9107 | 118 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3043rd of 9204 | 162 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2440th of 12526 | 404 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2934th of 19264 | 390 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3914th of 27321 | 393 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 823rd of 35406 | 4,952 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 270th of 30306 | 14,265 |