US Popularity:1103
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):English, Latin
Meaning:Myrrh; Extraordinary
Myra is a feminine name with Greek and English origins. This name was created by poet Fulke Greville, and is known to mean “myrrh.” Myrrh is a fragrant tree substance that has been used for many things in the past, from perfumes to medicine. If you want baby to have a nature-inspired name with centuries of history, the name Myra will definitely leave its mark. Additionally, this name is also said to have Latin roots, with the meaning "extraordinary."

Myra Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Myra is currently #130 on The Bump
Girl:Myra is currently #53 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Myra is currently #1103 in U.S. births
Girl:Myra is currently #409 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1103
in 2022
+ 42
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Collins Dictionary Myra

  • Online Etymology Dictionary Myrrh

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky

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