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At a Glance: Name: Miranda – Meaning: one worthy of being admired – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: mi-RAN-duh
Miranda is a Latin name meaning "one worthy of being admired," pronounced mi-RAN-duh. It has the polished, storybook feel of a classic name that's been around for generations without ever sounding dated.
Meaning & Origin of Miranda
Meaning: One worthy of being admired.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Miranda
Phonetic: mi-RAN-duh IPA: /mɪˈrændə/
Popularity of Miranda
Miranda peaked at #57 in 1995, when 5,978 baby girls were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #622, with 478 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1881–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Miranda mean?
One worthy of being admired. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Miranda)
How do you pronounce Miranda?
Miranda is pronounced mi-RAN-duh (IPA: /mɪˈrændə/).
Is Miranda a popular name right now?
Miranda peaked at #57 in 1995 and is ranked #622 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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