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Myles vs Jonathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Myles Rank #99
Jonathan Rank #83

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #99 for Myles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myles or Jonathan more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Myles at #99 in the United States.

What do Myles and Jonathan mean?

Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Myles and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Myles is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.

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