Miley
Miley is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Smiley or cheerful; derived from the nickname given to Miley Cyrus.
Origin and history
Miley originated as a nickname coined from the word 'Smiley' and gained immense popularity as a given name in the early 21st century. It was popularized worldwide by singer and actress Miley Cyrus. In the United States, it remains a modern and recognizable choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
15,704 babies in the United States have been named Miley since 1880. It ranks #1239 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #510.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.5 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
- NY (4.8 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 33 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 29 |
| 1990-2000 | 36 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,924 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,077 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,570 |
Famous people named Miley
- Miley Cyrus: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name was created from the childhood nickname 'Smiley', given to Destiny Hope Cyrus because she smiled so often.
- Miley surged into the top 200 U.S. baby names in the late 2000s alongside the success of the TV show Hannah Montana.