Myla Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: While it feels modern, Myla has historical roots, often linked to the Norman French and possibly used as a diminutive of Michael in older times​

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A Deep Dive

Myla Overview

Meaning

Merciful, soldier

Gender

Girl

Origin

English

Etymology

A modern English name derived from the Slavic “Mila,” meaning “gracious” or “dear,” and the Latin “miles,” meaning “soldier.”

Pronunciation

/ˈmaɪ.lə/

Popularity

Myla has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the USA and the UK. In 2023, Myla ranked #254 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

4 letters

Numerology

6 (Nurturing, Responsible, Balanced)

Name Styles

Modern, Cute, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Graceful, affectionate, gentle
A Deep Dive

Myla Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Mylah, Mila, Myra, Maila, Milla

Common Nicknames

Myla-Belle, Mylar, Myly, Myla-Bug, Myles

Diminutives

Mimi, Mya, Lala, My-My, Mylee

Famous People

  • Myla Paredes
    (Filipino Chef)
  • Myla Ivers
    (Canadian Actress)
  • Myla Talbot
    (Australian Professional Surfer)
  • Myla Sinclair
    (British Journalist)
  • Myla Bennett
    (American Plastic Surgeon)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Myla's Melody"
    (Album)
  • Myla Rae
    ("Myla and the Secret of the Stars," Film)
  • "Myla's Garden"
    (Novel)
  • Myla Lewis
    ("The Myla Chronicles," TV Series)
  • Myla
    ("The Enchanted Forest," Children's Book)

What Is the Meaning of Myla?

Myla means “merciful” or “soldier.” This name combines a sense of compassion with strength, often associated with a kind and resilient personality.

What Is the Origin of The Name Myla?

The name Myla has multiple origins. It is considered a modern English name that may be derived from the Slavic name Mila, which means “gracious” or “dear,” and is also related to the Latin word “miles,” meaning “soldier.”

Myla Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Myla in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2312021#1852022#1832023
Top 3 Rankings#1832023#1852022#2312021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Myla

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023183
(+2 from 2022)
1638
(+40 from 2022)
0.09364
2022185
(+46 from 2021)
1598
(+296 from 2021)
0.08912
2021231
(+45 from 2020)
1302
(+167 from 2020)
0.07267
2020276
(+25 from 2019)
1135
(+43 from 2019)
0.06421
2019301
(-17 from 2018)
1092
(-75 from 2018)
0.05951
2018284
(+43 from 2017)
1167
(+167 from 2017)
0.06275
2017327
(+36 from 2016)
1000
(+104 from 2016)
0.05293
2016363
(-27 from 2015)
896
(-77 from 2015)
0.04628
2015336
(+35 from 2014)
973
(+94 from 2014)
0.04988
2014371
(-31 from 2013)
879
(-72 from 2013)
0.04493
2013340
(+61 from 2012)
951
(+175 from 2012)
0.04933
2012401
(+83 from 2011)
776
(+164 from 2011)
0.04001
2011484
(+21 from 2010)
612
(+21 from 2010)
0.03158
2010505
(+35 from 2009)
591
(+32 from 2009)
0.03014
2009540
(+60 from 2008)
559
(+47 from 2008)
0.02760
2008600
(+267 from 2007)
512
(+190 from 2007)
0.02458
2007867
(+42 from 2006)
322
(+31 from 2006)
0.01521
2006909
(+54 from 2005)
291
(+35 from 2005)
0.01392
2005963
(+95 from 2004)
256
(+37 from 2004)
0.01261
20041058
(-16 from 2003)
219
No change from 2003
0.01085
20031042
(+286 from 2002)
219
(+73 from 2002)
0.01091
20021328
(+148 from 2001)
146
(+19 from 2001)
0.00739
20011476
(+369 from 2000)
127
(+34 from 2000)
0.00641
20001845
(-1 from 1999)
93
(+7 from 1999)
0.00466
19991844
(-55 from 1998)
86
(-1 from 1998)
0.00442
19981789
(+602 from 1997)
87
(+32 from 1997)
0.00449
19972391
(+510 from 1996)
55
(+14 from 1996)
0.00288
19962901
(+1776 from 1995)
41
(+20 from 1995)
0.00214
19954677
(-156 from 1994)
21
(-1 from 1994)
0.00109
19944521
(-1469 from 1993)
22
(-16 from 1993)
0.00113
19933052
(+815 from 1992)
38
(+11 from 1992)
0.00193
19923867
(-498 from 1991)
27
(-5 from 1991)
0.00135
19913369
(+1499 from 1990)
32
(+13 from 1990)
0.00157
19904868
(+1664 from 1989)
19
(+7 from 1989)
0.00092
19896532
(-2727 from 1988)
12
(-12 from 1988)
0.00060
19883805
(+51 from 1987)
24
(+2 from 1987)
0.00125
19873856
(+493 from 1986)
22
(+4 from 1986)
0.00117
19864349
(+286 from 1985)
18
(+2 from 1985)
0.00098
19854635
(-1022 from 1984)
16
(-6 from 1984)
0.00087
19843613
(+73 from 1983)
22
(+1 from 1983)
0.00122
19833686
(-343 from 1982)
21
(-4 from 1982)
0.00117
19823343
(-620 from 1981)
25
(-8 from 1981)
0.00138
19812723
(+346 from 1980)
33
(+5 from 1980)
0.00185
19803069
(+168 from 1979)
28
(+3 from 1979)
0.00157
19793237
(-664 from 1978)
25
(-8 from 1978)
0.00145
19782573
(-449 from 1977)
33
(-11 from 1977)
0.00201
19772124
(+1554 from 1976)
44
(+26 from 1976)
0.00267
19763678
(-1112 from 1975)
18
(-12 from 1975)
0.00115
19752566
(+646 from 1974)
30
(+9 from 1974)
0.00192
19743212
(-89 from 1973)
21
No change from 1973
0.00134
19733123
(-443 from 1972)
21
(-5 from 1972)
0.00135
19722680
(+690 from 1971)
26
(+7 from 1971)
0.00161
19713370
(+209 from 1970)
19
(+2 from 1970)
0.00108
19703579
(-811 from 1969)
17
(-6 from 1969)
0.00093
19692768
(-138 from 1968)
23
No change from 1968
0.00130
19682630
(-200 from 1967)
23
(-2 from 1967)
0.00135
19672430
(+1528 from 1966)
25
(+14 from 1966)
0.00146
19663958
(-1615 from 1965)
11
(-15 from 1965)
0.00063
19652343
(+332 from 1964)
26
(+4 from 1964)
0.00142
19642675
(-250 from 1963)
22
(-3 from 1963)
0.00112
19632425
(-69 from 1962)
25
(-1 from 1962)
0.00126
19622356
(+482 from 1961)
26
(+7 from 1961)
0.00128
19612838
(-261 from 1960)
19
(-3 from 1960)
0.00091
19602577
(-238 from 1959)
22
(-2 from 1959)
0.00106
19592339
(+635 from 1958)
24
(+8 from 1958)
0.00115
19582974
(-697 from 1957)
16
(-8 from 1957)
0.00077
19572277
(-406 from 1956)
24
(-9 from 1956)
0.00114
19561871
(-524 from 1955)
33
(-23 from 1955)
0.00160
19551347
(+1102 from 1954)
56
(+36 from 1954)
0.00279
19542449
(+146 from 1953)
20
(+3 from 1953)
0.00100
19532595
(+957 from 1952)
17
(+7 from 1952)
0.00088
19523552
(-268 from 1951)
10
(-1 from 1951)
0.00053
19513284
(-504 from 1950)
11
(-3 from 1950)
0.00060
19502780
(+71 from 1949)
14
(+1 from 1949)
0.00080
19492851
(-596 from 1948)
13
(-6 from 1948)
0.00074
19482255
(+99 from 1947)
19
(+1 from 1947)
0.00109
19472354
(+127 from 1946)
18
(+3 from 1946)
0.00099
19462481
(+435 from 1945)
15
(+5 from 1945)
0.00093
19452916
(+462 from 1944)
10
(+2 from 1944)
0.00074
19443378
(+423 from 1943)
8
(+1 from 1943)
0.00059
19433801
(-607 from 1942)
7
(-2 from 1942)
0.00049
19423194
(-526 from 1941)
9
(-2 from 1941)
0.00065
19412668
(+69 from 1940)
11
(+1 from 1940)
0.00088
19402737
(-531 from 1939)
10
(-4 from 1939)
0.00085
19392206
(+135 from 1938)
14
(+1 from 1938)
0.00123
19382341
(+1093 from 1937)
13
(+6 from 1937)
0.00114
19373434
(-331 from 1936)
7
(-1 from 1936)
0.00064
19363103
(-372 from 1935)
8
(-2 from 1935)
0.00074
19352731
(+428 from 1934)
10
(+2 from 1934)
0.00092
19343159
(+115 from 1932)
8
No change from 1932
0.00074
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19323274
(-302 from 1931)
8
(-1 from 1931)
0.00072
19312972
(-666 from 1930)
9
(-5 from 1930)
0.00082
19302306
(+615 from 1929)
14
(+4 from 1929)
0.00120
19292921
(+1274 from 1928)
10
(+4 from 1928)
0.00086
19284195
(-1496 from 1927)
6
(-6 from 1927)
0.00050
19272699
(+2152 from 1926)
12
(+7 from 1926)
0.00097
19264851
(-1489 from 1925)
5
(-4 from 1925)
0.00041
19253362
(+640 from 1924)
9
(+2 from 1924)
0.00071
19244002
(-1833 from 1923)
7
(-10 from 1923)
0.00054
19232169
(+1486 from 1922)
17
(+9 from 1922)
0.00136
19223655
(-491 from 1921)
8
(-2 from 1921)
0.00064
19213164
(+1811 from 1920)
10
(+5 from 1920)
0.00078
19204975
(-1756 from 1919)
5
(-4 from 1919)
0.00040
19193219
(+650 from 1918)
9
(+2 from 1918)
0.00077
19183869
(-777 from 1917)
7
(-2 from 1917)
0.00058
19173092
(+827 from 1916)
9
(+3 from 1916)
0.00080
19163919
(-485 from 1915)
6
(-1 from 1915)
0.00055
19153434
(-894 from 1913)
7
No change from 1913
0.00068
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19132540
First SSA data recorded
7
First SSA data recorded
0.00107
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Myla

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2962021#2262022#2042023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3262021#2632022#2282023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2692021#1982022#1552023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1652021#1402022#1192023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1682021#1102022#1182023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2762021#1972022#2392023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1722021#1342022#1582023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2572021#2302022#2062023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1672021#1732022#1392023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3042021#2342022#2072023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2012021#1572022#1622023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2082021#2302022#1502023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3222021#2272022#3082023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1692021#1192022#1192023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1062021#1192022#1222023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2962021#3122022#2072023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2612021#1872022#1692023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2642021#2822022#2362023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2392021#2012022#2842023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2562021#1712022#1892023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3032021#1352022#2012023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2942021#2242022#2002023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1662021#1472022#742023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1842021#1432022#2312023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3002021#2282022#2002023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3552021#5062022#2302023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2382021#1562022#2642023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2942021#3732022#2372023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1692021#2062022#1762023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2092021#2262022#2042023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#4172021#3382022#2592023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2312021#1402022#2012023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1762021#852022#2322023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2692021#1292022#1592023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3072021#2012022#2522023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1702021#2602022#1862023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1642021#812022#2202023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3322021#3162022#4402023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3102021#3562022#1722023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2422019#2422020#702022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2242021#722022#1022023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1092019#1942022#632023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1772021#2042022#1312023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2392020#2402021#1992022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#982018#1402022#1992023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1932009#2432018#932022

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#932015#982023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1252023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1232023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2752019

Popularity Rankings for Myla in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#732021#852022#762023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#762021#752022#952023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1012019#882020#862021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1642021#1162022#972023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1182018#1072019#1462020

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1952018#1952019

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#2972020#2702021#2342022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#3902021#2542022#2792023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3532021#4532022#3862023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#6582017

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#7022020#7382021#6812022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Myla a Name for Boys or Girls?

Myla is a popular girl’s name, appreciated for its refined and sweet nature. The name’s blend of traditional roots and modern appeal makes it a beloved choice.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Myla

Myla in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Myla Paredes (Chef, born 1985): Filipino chef, acclaimed for her innovative fusion cuisine blending traditional Filipino flavors with modern techniques.
  • Myla Ivers (Actress, born 1992): Canadian actress, known for her roles in television series and independent films.
  • Myla Talbot (Athlete, born 1980): Australian professional surfer, has competed in numerous international surfing competitions.
  • Myla Sinclair (Journalist, born 1978): British journalist and news presenter, recognized for her investigative reporting and documentary filmmaking.
  • Myla Bennett (Doctor, born 1976): American plastic surgeon, noted for her expertise in cosmetic surgery and her appearances on medical TV shows.
  • Myla Ford (Dancer, born 1995): American contemporary dancer and choreographer, known for her dynamic performances and innovative choreography.
  • Myla Hansen (Actress, 1940–2005): American actress known for her roles in classic films and television series.
  • Myla Shumway (Writer, 1923–1997): American writer and poet, celebrated for her contributions to 20th-century literature.
  • Myla Rose (Artist, 1901–1980): British painter and sculptor, recognized for her impact on the modern art movement in the early 20th century.
  • Myla Brown (Philanthropist, 1915–1999): American philanthropist and social activist, known for her extensive charitable work and community service.
  • "Myla's Melody" (2016 Album): A beautiful music album filled with soulful songs reflecting Myla's journey through love and self-discovery.
  • Myla Rae ("Myla and the Secret of the Stars," 2019 Film): An enchanting film where Myla Rae embarks on a magical adventure to uncover the secrets of the stars.
  • "Myla's Garden" (2017 Novel): A touching story about Myla, who finds healing and transformation in tending to her grandmother's neglected garden.
  • Myla Lewis ("The Myla Chronicles," 2020 TV Series): Follows the life of Myla Lewis, a detective with a unique ability to solve supernatural mysteries.
  • Myla ("The Enchanted Forest," 2018 Children's Book): A charming tale where Myla discovers a hidden world filled with magical creatures and learns valuable life lessons.
  • Myla Grace ("Myla's Journey," 2015 Novel): A captivating novel about Myla Grace, a young woman on a quest to discover her family's hidden past.
  • Myla ("Lost in Time," 2016 Video Game): An exciting adventure game where players guide Myla, a time traveler, through various historical periods to save the world.
  • "Myla's Symphony" (2019 Album): A mesmerizing album that tells Myla's story through orchestral compositions and heartfelt lyrics.
  • Myla ("The Legend of Myla," 2017 Graphic Novel): Chronicles the adventures of Myla, a warrior princess fighting to reclaim her kingdom.
  • Myla City (Lanao del Norte, Philippines): A small city nestled in the heart of Lanao del Norte, Philippines.
  • Myla River (Queensland, Australia): A serene river flowing through Queensland, Australia.
  • Myla Lake (Alaska, USA): A picturesque lake located in the wilderness of Alaska.
  • Myla Park (Ontario, Canada): A charming park situated in Ontario, Canada.
  • Myla Village (Andhra Pradesh, India): A quaint village in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India.
  • Myla Town (Bavaria, Germany): A historic town in the picturesque region of Bavaria, Germany.
  • Myla Island (British Columbia, Canada): A small island off the coast of British Columbia, Canada.

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