Myrle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Myrle originates from the Latin word for the myrtle plant, symbolizing love and beauty. It has evolved through various forms in language, from 'myrthus' in Latin to 'Myrtle' in Middle English, and finally to its current form. The name is characterized by its vintage appeal and is less common today. There is no specific biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Myrle is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Myrle has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Myrle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1558th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3496th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 822nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1317th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4585th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Myrle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Myrle"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɜːrəl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Myrle is derived from the Latin word 'myrthus', which refers to the myrtle plant, symbolizing love and beauty.
Meaning
myrtle
Language Evolution
Myrthus (Latin), Myrtle (Middle English), Myrle (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Myrle gained popularity in the early 20th century as a feminine form of Myrtle.
Variants & Derivatives
Myrtle, Myrletta, Myrli
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Myrle is considered an old-fashioned name and is rarely used in modern times, often evoking a vintage charm.
Famous People
Myrle W. H. McCune, an American artist, Myrle L. H. Hurd, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Myrle"
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 "Myrle"
"Myrle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1558th of 7545 | 363 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2072nd of 6773 | 233 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3496th of 7552 | 101 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 822nd of 9107 | 1,422 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1317th of 9204 | 614 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4585th of 12526 | 140 |
Regional Popularity of "Myrle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.79% 1059th/1416 |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
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| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Myrle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
71.89% 1018th/1416 |
56.49% 779th/1379 |
40.53% 959th/2366 |
52.28% 597th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
68.64% 1068th/1556 |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Myrle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Myrle" 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.