Myrtle vs Myra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myrtle

Girl #39,034 Most Popular

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Girl #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"myrrh, fragrant resin"

Origin: Greek/Latin (myrrha)

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Myrtle Rank #39,034

Myra Rank #645

Myra is more popular, ranked #645 vs #39034 for Myrtle.

Is Myrtle or Myra more popular?

Myra is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Myrtle at #39034 in the United States.

What do Myrtle and Myra mean?

Myra means "myrrh, fragrant resin" (Greek/Latin (myrrha) origin).

Are Myrtle and Myra boy or girl names?

Myrtle is primarily a girl name. Myra is primarily a girl name.