Rising since 2017, #3,342 for girls today.
Popularity of Mirella since 1951
Babies named Mirella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 49 |
| 1960s | 159 |
| 1970s | 455 |
| 1980s | 481 |
| 1990s | 878 |
| 2000s | 677 |
| 2010s | 353 |
| 2020s | 228 |
Meaning & origin
Mirella first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1951 and saw its peak popularity in 1997. After a period of decline, the name has been rising in use since 2017. It remains quite rare: in the most recent data, approximately 1 in 34,941 newborn girls was named Mirella. The name's steady presence over decades, particularly in California where it is most frequently given, reflects its enduring yet understated charm. Mirella's appeal likely lies in its melodic Italian sound and its connection to the admired qualities of its root meaning, making it a distinctive choice that balances tradition with a modern feel.
Mirella is a diminutive of the Italian name Mira, which derives from the Latin 'mirus' meaning 'wonderful' or 'admired'. It is also associated with the French name Mireille, popularized by the 19th-century Provencal poet Frédéric Mistral's epic poem 'Mireio' (1859). The name gained recognition in Italy and beyond through cultural exchange.
Where Mirella is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mirella” around the world
Where Mirella lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mira, Miri, Ella, Rella
Sibling names for Mirella
Names that share Mirella's style, for a brother or sister.
