Myles

At a Glance

Meaning

Variant of Miles; meaning uncertain, sometimes linked to Latin miles 'soldier'

Origin

English (from Latin/Germanic)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

MYLZListen

Myles is a classic boy's name with a clean, modern sound, pronounced MYLZ. It's an English name drawn from Latin and Germanic roots, and a variant of Miles. Its meaning is uncertain, though it's sometimes linked to the Latin miles, 'soldier'.

Meaning & Origin of Myles

Meaning: Variant of Miles; meaning uncertain, sometimes linked to Latin miles 'soldier'.

Origin: English (from Latin/Germanic).

How to Pronounce Myles

Popularity of Myles

Myles ranked #99 in the U.S. in 2024, with 3,551 babies given the name that year. That is also its highest rank in the Social Security records, which stretch back to 1887.

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FAQ

What does the name Myles mean?

Variant of Miles; meaning uncertain, sometimes linked to Latin miles ‘soldier’.

How do you pronounce Myles?

Myles is pronounced MYLZ (IPA: /ˈmaɪlz/).

Is Myles a popular name right now?

Myles is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #99 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1887–2024.)

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