Mira
Mira is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Peace, world, or wonderful.
Origin and history
Mira is a name of multifaceted origins, rooted in Slavic elements meaning 'peace' or 'world', Latin meaning 'wonderful' or 'admirable', and Arabic meaning 'peace' or 'provision'. It has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States, becoming a favored modern choice for its simple, international appeal. Its gentle sound makes it a contemporary global favorite.
Popularity in the United States
15,096 babies in the United States have been named Mira since 1880. It ranks #1270 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #418.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.1 %)
- NY (8.3 %)
- IL (6 %)
- TX (6 %)
- MI (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 16 |
| 1890-1900 | 39 |
| 1900-1910 | 19 |
| 1910-1920 | 92 |
| 1920-1930 | 100 |
| 1930-1940 | 104 |
| 1940-1950 | 169 |
| 1950-1960 | 341 |
| 1960-1970 | 338 |
| 1970-1980 | 386 |
| 1980-1990 | 439 |
| 1990-2000 | 902 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,595 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,123 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,433 |
Famous people named Mira
- Mira Sorvino: Actress
- Mira Nair: Filmmaker, Director
- Mira Furlan: Actress, Singer
Fun facts
- Mira developed independently across several language families, including Latin, Slavic, Sanskrit, and Arabic.
- Mira is the name of a famous red giant star in the constellation Cetus, named by astronomer Johannes Hevelius for its remarkable brightness changes.