Myra
girl name#662 in 2025Myra entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #156 in 1880, ranks #662 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#662
rank today
#156
peak (1880)
429
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #190 |
| 1890s | #236 |
| 1900s | #283 |
| 1910s | #292 |
| 1920s | #295 |
| 1930s | #260 |
| 1940s | #230 |
| 1950s | #259 |
| 1960s | #356 |
| 1970s | #497 |
| 1980s | #600 |
| 1990s | #833 |
| 2000s | #989 |
| 2010s | #672 |
| 2020s | #601 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Myra has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 41,500 people named Myra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Myra alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Myra in 2025?
- Myra ranks #662 among US girl names in 2025, with 429 babies given the name.
- When was the name Myra most popular?
- Myra peaked in 1880, reaching #156 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Myra with classmates?
- Myra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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