Declining since 1985, #1,644 for boys today.
Popularity of Myron since 1880
Babies named Myron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 284 |
| 1890s | 335 |
| 1900s | 496 |
| 1910s | 3,684 |
| 1920s | 6,112 |
| 1930s | 5,889 |
| 1940s | 5,527 |
| 1950s | 6,303 |
| 1960s | 5,323 |
| 1970s | 3,647 |
| 1980s | 2,729 |
| 1990s | 1,923 |
| 2000s | 1,393 |
| 2010s | 1,154 |
| 2020s | 570 |
Meaning & origin
Myron reached its peak popularity in 1931, ranking among the top 200 names for boys in the United States that year. Since then, its usage has declined steadily, and by 2025 it ranked 1,644, with approximately 1 in 16,746 newborns receiving the name. The name has seen a long-term falling trajectory since at least 1985. Historically, Myron was most common in states like Wisconsin, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, reflecting its mid-20th-century stronghold in the Midwest. Today, it remains a distinctive choice with classical roots.
Myron derives from the Greek word μύρον (myron), meaning 'myrrh,' a fragrant resin used in ancient perfumes and anointing oils. In Greek antiquity, the name was borne by several historical figures, including the renowned 5th-century BC sculptor Myron of Eleutherae. The name saw revived use in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fitting the fashion for classical names.
Where Myron is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Myron” around the world
Where Myron lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: My, Ron
Sibling names for Myron
Names that share Myron's style, for a brother or sister.
