Rising since 1986, #4,352 for girls today.
Popularity of Myrah since 1941
Babies named Myrah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 57 |
| 2000s | 129 |
| 2010s | 371 |
| 2020s | 217 |
Meaning & origin
Myrah is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1941, but its use remained rare for decades. Beginning in 1986, the name began a steady climb in popularity, reaching its peak year in 2017. By 2025, it ranked 4,352, with about 1 in every 50,227 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's spelling suggests a respelling of the well-established Myra, which was invented by the poet Fulke Greville in the 17th century. Myrah may also carry a subtle Irish influence through its similarity to Moira. Though no top states for the name are recorded in our data, its rising trajectory indicates growing appeal among parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinctive.
Myrah is a modern English name, likely a respelling or variant of Myra, which was coined in the 17th century by the poet Fulke Greville, possibly from the Greek 'myrra' (myrrh) or as an anagram of 'Mary'. Myrah may also be influenced by the Irish name Moira, a form of Mary.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: My, Myrie
Sibling names for Myrah
Names that share Myrah's style, for a brother or sister.
