Miyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Miyah is a Japanese name meaning 'shrine' or 'palace', reflecting qualities of purity and sacredness. Its language path includes variations like Miya, and it has gained popularity in contemporary naming trends. The name is associated with elegance and uniqueness, with no biblical relevance.
The name Miyah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Miyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Miyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7807th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1731st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1705th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Miyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Miyah"
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːjə/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Miyah is derived from the Japanese word 'miya' which means 'shrine' or 'palace'. It is often associated with purity and sacredness.
Meaning
shrine, palace, purity
Language Evolution
Miya, Miyah
Historical Usage
The name Miyah has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among families seeking unique and culturally significant names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Miya, Miyako
Modern Popularity & Image
Miyah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with elegance and beauty.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Miyah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Miyah"
"Miyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7807th of 27321 | 145 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1731st of 35406 | 1,845 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1705th of 30306 | 1,519 |
Regional Popularity of "Miyah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Miyah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.81% 1549th/4582 |
41.38% 2137th/5164 |
22.26% 1628th/7313 |
28.47% 2125th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.18% 1521st/3984 |
39.65% 1779th/4487 |
23.45% 1600th/6822 |
30.40% 1908th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Miyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Miyah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.