Eileen vs Myra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eileen

Girl #592 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via Irish (Eibhlín)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#592
Total SSA Count
508
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eillie, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Myra

Girl #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant resin"

Origin: Greek/Latin (myrrha)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
453
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
My

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Eileen Rank #592
Myra Rank #645

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 vs #645 for Myra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eileen ___

  • Eileen Rose
  • Eileen Marie
  • Eileen Grace
  • Eileen Jean
  • Eileen Frances
  • Eileen Ann

Myra ___

  • Myra Jane
  • Myra Rose
  • Myra Claire
  • Myra Kate
  • Myra Louise
  • Myra Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Eileen

Brigid Fiona Siobhan Patrick Declan

If you choose Myra

Iris Walter June Felix Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eileen or Myra more popular?

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 compared to Myra at #645 in the United States.

What do Eileen and Myra mean?

Eileen means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Irish (Eibhlín) origin). Myra means "myrrh, fragrant resin" (Greek/Latin (myrrha) origin).

Are Eileen and Myra boy or girl names?

Eileen is primarily a girl name. Myra is primarily a girl name.

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