Rising since 2008, #2,778 for girls today.
Popularity of Miral since 1999
Babies named Miral per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 234 |
| 2020s | 259 |
Meaning & origin
Miral is a name of cross-cultural appeal, with roots in both Arabic and Indian naming traditions. Its meaning is debated, ranging from 'princess' in Arabic to 'ocean' in Sanskrit, and it has been used by families from diverse backgrounds. First recorded in U.S. data in 1999, Miral has seen a steady rise in popularity since 2008, reaching its peak rank of 2,778 in 2025. It remains a rare name, with about 1 in every 26,349 newborn girls receiving it that year. Geographically, it is most common in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York, suggesting a concentration in communities with South Asian or Middle Eastern heritage. Miral's soft sound and multicultural resonance make it a distinctive choice that bridges traditions.
Miral has at least two plausible derivations. In Arabic, it may be a feminine form of 'Mir' or a variant of 'Amira', meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'. In Sanskrit, it is associated with 'mira' meaning 'ocean' or 'sea', and is found in Indian names like Mira. The name gained modest usage in the United States beginning in the late 1990s, possibly influenced by cross-cultural exchange.
Where Miral is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Miral” around the world
Where Miral lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
110
babies in 2024
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Quebec
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mira, Miri
Sibling names for Miral
Names that share Miral's style, for a brother or sister.
