"peace"
Origin: Slavic
Language: Czech/Slovak
Miro
Pronunciation: [ m-IHR-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"world, famous"
Origin: Slavic (miroslav root)
Language: South Slavic
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The Story of Miro
Miro is a short form of Slavic names beginning with the element miru meaning 'peace' or 'world' (as in Miroslav meaning 'world of glory'). It also stands on its own as a given name in Czech, Slovak, and South Slavic cultures. The name gained global artistic resonance through Joan Miró (1893-1983), the great Spanish Catalan surrealist painter, whose playful, color-saturated canvases made his name synonymous with creative imagination and joyful abstraction.
Miro is rising across Europe and internationally as parents seek short, punchy names with artistic pedigree. Its association with Joan Miró gives it immediate cultural credibility, and the clean, two-syllable sound fits perfectly with modern naming trends favoring brevity and clarity.
Joan Miró's legacy makes Miro one of the most artistically charged names available. His distinctive primary-colored dreamscapes have been called childlike in the best sense — joyful, spontaneous, and alive — making the name feel both sophisticated and warmly accessible.
Historical Record
Miro first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 247 babies have been named Miro in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Miro is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,494 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Joan Miró is one of the most collected artists of the 20th century, known for his bright primary colors and dream-inspired abstract forms
- The Slavic element miru (peace/world) appears in names across many cultures: Miroslav, Vladimír, Miriam's root is different but the peace meaning overlaps
- Miro is a popular name in Czech Republic and Slovakia, consistently in the top 50
Miro in Other Languages
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Miró
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Miro
Popularity Over Time
#4,494
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Miro
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Miroslav Klose
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1978
German-Polish football striker, all-time top scorer at FIFA World Cup history
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Joan Miró
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1893
Spanish Catalan surrealist painter known for his vibrant, dreamlike abstract works; one of the most influential artists ...
Spanish Catalan surrealist painter known for his vibrant, dreamlike abstract works; one of the most influential artists of the 20th century
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,494
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- Czech Slovak Spanish Catalan Croatian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Mi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miro
What does the name Miro mean?
"peace" (from Slavic). "world, famous" (from Slavic (miroslav root)). Miro is a short form of Slavic names beginning with the element miru meaning 'peace' or 'world' (as in Miroslav meaning 'world of glory'). It also stands on its own as a given name in Czech, Slovak, and South Slavic cultures. The name gained global artistic resonance through Joan Miró (1893-1983), the great Spanish Catalan surrealist painter, whose playful, color-saturated canvases made his name synonymous with creative imagination and joyful abstraction.
What is the origin of the name Miro?
Miro has Slavic, Slavic (miroslav root), Czech, Slovak, Spanish, Catalan, and Croatian origins. In Slavic, it means "peace". In Slavic (miroslav root), it means "world, famous".
Is Miro a boy or girl name?
Miro is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Miro?
Miro is pronounced m-IHR-oh.
How popular is the name Miro?
Miro is currently ranked #4494 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Miro?
Popular middle name pairings include Miro James, Miro Luca, Miro Rafael, Miro Stefan, Miro Aleksei, Miro Julian, and Miro Benedikt.
What are good sibling names for Miro?
Names that pair well with Miro as siblings include Luca, Zara, Nika, Elias, Mira, Sasha, and Tomas.
How many syllables does Miro have?
Miro has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Miro a common or rare name?
Miro is an uncommon name, ranked #4494 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Miro
Miro is a boy name with Czech, Slovak, Spanish, Catalan, and Croatian origins . The name means "peace" in Slavic .
Miro is currently ranked #4,494 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Miro has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-IHR-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Miro include Mi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Miro include Miran, Miron, Miracle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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