Mireilla

Mireilla is a girl’s name of uncertain origin. It is most likely a variant spelling of Mirella, which stems from Mireille. Mireille comes from the name Mirèio, which means “admire” and “to respect” in the romance language of Occitan. Occitan is a close relative of the French language that was once commonly spoken within France. In the 19th century, author Frédéric Mistral wrote a poem called Mirèio during a revival of the Occitan language, which made the name and its variants popular. Mireille Mathieu is one notable bearer of the name, a famous French singer who has sold over 1 million records. Baby Mireilla will carry a melodic name with a rich history as they grow into an admired and respected individual.