Rising since 1998, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Myers since 1913
Babies named Myers per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 73 |
| 1920s | 0 | 83 |
| 1930s | 0 | 54 |
| 1940s | 0 | 55 |
| 1950s | 0 | 40 |
| 1960s | 0 | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 10 |
| 1990s | 0 | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 | 51 |
| 2010s | 42 | 156 |
| 2020s | 55 | 159 |
Meaning & origin
Myers is a surname-turned-first name that has seen a steady rise in popularity since 1998, reflecting a broader American trend of adopting family names as given names. According to Social Security data from 1913 onward, Myers reached its peak rank in 2024 at number 3,658, with a rate of 1 in 56,936 births in 2025. The name is also notable for its presence in top states such as North Carolina and Texas. While still uncommon, Myers appeals to parents looking for a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name with strong English roots. Its pronunciation is straightforward, and its meaning ties to historical stewardship, giving it a grounded, professional association.
Myers originates as an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of the mayor' or 'son of the steward', derived from Middle English 'mair' (mayor) plus the possessive '-s'. Historically, it denoted a person who worked as a steward, bailiff, or village headman. As a given name, Myers began to appear in the early twentieth century, reflecting the broader trend of using surnames as first names in the United States.
Where Myers is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: My, Mye
Variants: Meyers, Myres, Miers
Sibling names for Myers
Names that share Myers's style, for a brother or sister.
