Myron
Myron is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Sweet oil, myrrh, or fragrant ointment.
Origin and history
Myron is a masculine name of Ancient Greek origin meaning sweet oil or perfume. It enjoyed steady popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century and remains a recognizable classical choice today. While less common in contemporary usage, it carries a distinguished historical lineage.
Popularity in the United States
45,369 babies in the United States have been named Myron since 1880. It ranks #539 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1372.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.1 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
- CA (6.1 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 284 |
| 1890-1900 | 335 |
| 1900-1910 | 496 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,684 |
| 1920-1930 | 6,112 |
| 1930-1940 | 5,889 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,527 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,303 |
| 1960-1970 | 5,323 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,647 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,729 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,923 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,393 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,154 |
| 2020-2029 | 570 |
Famous people named Myron
- Myron Scholes: Economist, Nobel Laureate
- Myron Cope: Sports Broadcaster, Journalist
Nicknames
My, Ron, Ronny
Fun facts
- Myron of Eleutherae was a famous Ancient Greek sculptor of the 5th century BCE, best known for creating the Discobolus (The Disc Thrower).
- The name is closely tied to the ancient Greek word for myrrh, a valuable fragrant resin used since antiquity.