Mylie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mylie is an English name derived from the Irish surname O'Maoileidigh, meaning 'servant of the deity Liath.' It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the 21st century due to cultural influences. The name reflects a modern and vibrant image, with notable associations.
The name Mylie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mylie 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, 'Mylie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18043rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2136th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3716th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mylie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mylie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Mylie is a modern variation of the name Miley, which is derived from the Irish surname O'Maoileidigh, meaning 'descendant of Maoileidigh.' The name Maoileidigh itself means 'servant of the deity Liath.'
Meaning
servant of the deity Liath
Language Evolution
Maoileidigh, Maoile, Miley, Mylie
Historical Usage
Mylie gained popularity in the early 21st century, influenced by cultural figures and media, particularly through the rise of the name Miley associated with Miley Cyrus.
Variants & Derivatives
Miley, Mylie, Myliee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mylie is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and pop culture.
Famous People
Mylie Cyrus, Mylie G. B. Thomas
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mylie"
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 "Mylie"
"Mylie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18043rd of 27321 | 24 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2136th of 35406 | 1,392 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3716th of 30306 | 497 |
Regional Popularity of "Mylie" 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 "Mylie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.48% 1534th/4582 |
54.12% 2795th/5164 |
29.41% 2151st/7313 |
24.07% 1796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
- |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
68.51% 4300th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mylie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mylie" 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.