Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Mirko since 1916
Babies named Mirko per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2014, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mirko's real moment was 1916.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 9 |
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Mirko is a name with deep Slavic roots, originating as a diminutive of compound names like Miroslav or Vladimir that feature the element 'miru', meaning peace, world, or glory. The name has been used in the Balkans and Italy for centuries, carrying connotations of peace and leadership. In the United States, data from the Social Security Administration shows Mirko first appeared in 1916, reaching its peak popularity that same year. By 2025, it ranked #8243 with a frequency of 1 in 189,786 births, indicating consistent but rare use. The name's trajectory has been stable, and it has not been confined to any particular top states, reflecting its scattered adoption. Its appeal lies in its strong, concise sound and its connection to a rich cultural heritage, making it a distinctive choice for families honoring Slavic or Italian roots.
Mirko is a diminutive of Slavic names beginning with the element 'miru' meaning peace, world, or glory, such as Vladimir (to rule with peace) or Miroslav (peace and glory). In Croatian, Serbian, and Slovenian contexts, it is used as a given name in its own right. In Italian, Mirko is used as a form of the Slavic name, also linked to the Latin Mirco or the German Meier. The name spread across the Balkans and Italy in the 20th century.
“Mirko” around the world
Where Mirko lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Mirko
Names that share Mirko's style, for a brother or sister.
