Girl · 704th of 30,306
Mylah
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
6,056
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
789
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Mylah 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
Mylah is a contemporary name with roots in Old English, meaning merciful or gracious. It has evolved from historical forms such as Mīl and Myla. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as modern and unique, with no significant biblical ties.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Mylah is a modern variation of the name Myla, which is derived from the Old English word 'mīl', meaning 'merciful' or 'gracious'.
Meaning
merciful, gracious
Language Evolution
Mīl (Old English), Myla (Modern English), Mylah (Contemporary variation)
Historical Usage
Mylah emerged in the late 20th century as a popular feminine name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Myla, Mila, Mylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Mylah is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
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
Moderately Popular name with 789 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2425th of 35406 | 1,142 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 704th of 30306 | 4,909 |