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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Beloved
- Origin
- Irish (Anglicized)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- MUR-nuh
Myrna is an Anglicized Irish name meaning "beloved," pronounced MUR-nuh (/ˈmɜːrnə/). It's short, soft, and easy to say, with a clear meaning to go with it.
Meaning & Origin of Myrna
Meaning: Beloved.
Origin: Irish (Anglicized).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Myrna
MUR-nuhIPA /ˈmɜːrnə/
Popularity of Myrna
Myrna peaked at #134 in 1938, when 1,801 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had fallen to #11795, with just 8 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Myrna mean?
Beloved. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Myrna?
Myrna is pronounced MUR-nuh (IPA: /ˈmɜːrnə/).
Is Myrna a popular name right now?
Myrna peaked at #134 in 1938 and is ranked #11795 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)
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