Holding steady, #1,144 for girls today.
Popularity of Mireya since 1951
Babies named Mireya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 62 |
| 1960s | 150 |
| 1970s | 758 |
| 1980s | 842 |
| 1990s | 2,508 |
| 2000s | 2,636 |
| 2010s | 1,828 |
| 2020s | 1,155 |
Meaning & origin
Mireya is a Spanish name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1951, but its most notable surge came during the 1990s, reaching its peak rank in 1997. Its 1-in-7,957 frequency in 2025 indicates steady but moderate use, consistent with a stable trajectory. The name is most common in states with large Hispanic populations, including Nevada, Arizona, and California. Although its overall rank is modest, Mireya has maintained a consistent presence without dramatic swings, reflecting its enduring appeal among families seeking a melodic, culturally rich name with roots in Provencal literature.
Mireya is a Spanish name derived from the Occitan word 'mirar', meaning 'to admire'. It gained popularity through the 19th-century poem 'Mireio' by Frédéric Mistral, in which the heroine bears the name. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries since the late 1800s and saw a surge in the United States during the 1990s.
Where Mireya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mira, Reya
Sibling names for Mireya
Names that share Mireya's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Marisol, Paloma, Carmen, Sofia, Valentina, Jesenia, Jaretzy, Jisselle, Naydelin, Nayelly, Yanelli, Brizeyda, Daryana, Mayrani, Niurka, Reonna, Tanairi, Yitzel, Jisela, Jizel, Mirely, Selyna, Senita, Valyncia, Yomayra, Yomira
Brothers: Mateo, Diego, Emilio, Alejandro, Javier, Jahrell, Jaevian, Jovahn
