Mira
m(i)-ra
US Popularity:849
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Admirable; Peace; Female ruler; Ocean
Mira is a feminine name that derives from many origins and bears an abundance of etymologies. The multi-cultural name extends across Latin, Spanish, Eastern European, Sanskrit, and Arabic languages and means "admirable," "peace," "female ruler," and "ocean," among others. This gorgeous moniker also resembles close links with royalty, as the name was borne by Hindu princess and poet, Mira Bai, who dedicated her life to Krishna. A rebel and advocate for women's rights, Mira offered a voice to the voiceless, living an independent lifestyle that inspired women the world over. Driven by this name’s predecessors, baby Mira is sure to challenge the status quo and fight for what's right, even if that means going it alone.
How Popular Is The Name Mira?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Mira is currently #128 on The Bump
Girl:Mira is currently #88 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Mira is currently #849 in U.S. births
Girl:Mira is currently #411 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#411
in 2023
+ 71
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Ancestry, Mira Family History
Behind the Name , Mira(1) January 2019
Behind the Name , Mira(2) January 2019
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