Myles

Pronunciation: [ m-EYELZ ]

Boy Name #99 Most Popular Rising 1 Syllable

A distinguished name of soldiers and jazz legends

English Irish American

Classic Strong Sophisticated Modern Literary

Meaning & Origin

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Language: English

"mild, peaceful"

Origin: Greek (Milos)

Language: English

"soldier"

Origin: Latin Miles

Language: Latin

"gracious, merciful"

Origin: Slavic Milu

Language: Slavic

The Story of Myles

Myles is an alternative spelling of Miles, which has debated origins. It may derive from the Latin Miles meaning soldier, or from the Slavic Milu meaning gracious or merciful. The Germanic form Milo also contributed. The Y spelling Myles has been used in Ireland and England for centuries, particularly associated with the Mayflower pilgrim Myles Standish.

Myles has been rising in the US alongside the standard Miles, with both spellings gaining popularity in the 2010s. The Y spelling differentiates it slightly and appeals to parents who want a familiar name with a distinctive look. Both spellings together rank in the top 50 for boys.

The name Myles carries associations with the founding of America through Myles Standish, the military commander of Plymouth Colony. In Irish culture, Myles is a traditional name. Jazz trumpeter Miles Davis is the most culturally iconic bearer of the Miles/Myles name.

Fun Facts

Myles Standish was the military commander of Plymouth Colony and came to America on the Mayflower in 1620
Miles Davis is widely considered the greatest jazz musician of the 20th century
The spelling Myles has been used in Ireland since at least the 12th century

Myles in Other Languages

Irish Maolmhuire

Latin Miles

French Miles

German Milo

Italian Milo

Spanish Miles

Famous People Named Myles

Myles Garrett

Athlete

1995

American NFL defensive end for the Cleveland Browns and one of the most dominant pass rushers in the league

Myles Kennedy

Musician

1969

American rock musician, lead vocalist and guitarist of Alter Bridge and Slash's backing band

Myles Munroe

Other

1954

Bahamian evangelical minister and motivational speaker known for his leadership teachings

Miles Davis

Musician

1926

Legendary American jazz trumpeter and bandleader, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century

Myles Standish

Military

1584

English military officer and Mayflower passenger who served as military commander of Plymouth Colony

Myles Morales (Miles Morales) Fictional

Other

The second Spider-Man in Marvel Comics, a young Afro-Latino teen from Brooklyn

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #99
Total SSA Count: 3,551
Cultural Origins: English Irish American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Mylen #3774

Nicknames

Myl Myy Mylie

Pairs Well With

Myles Alexander Myles Thomas Myles James Myles William Myles Edward Myles Owen Myles Lawrence

Sibling Names

Ellis Felix Hugo Ida Cecily Emmett Jasper

Also a Girl Name

Myles is also used as a girl name, ranked #7772.

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Similar Names

Silas Miles Milo Lyle Miller Kyle Linus Mills

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Frequently Asked Questions About Myles

What does the name Myles mean?

"soldier, merciful" (from Latin (miles, soldier)). "mild, peaceful" (from Greek (Milos)). "soldier" (from Latin Miles). "gracious, merciful" (from Slavic Milu). Myles is an alternative spelling of Miles, which has debated origins. It may derive from the Latin Miles meaning soldier, or from the Slavic Milu meaning gracious or merciful. The Germanic form Milo also contributed. The Y spelling Myles has been used in Ireland and England for centuries, particularly associated with the Mayflower pilgrim Myles Standish.

What is the origin of the name Myles?

Myles has Latin (miles, soldier), Greek (Milos), Latin Miles, Slavic Milu, English, Irish, and American origins. In Latin (miles, soldier), it means "soldier, merciful". In Greek (Milos), it means "mild, peaceful". In Latin Miles, it means "soldier". In Slavic Milu, it means "gracious, merciful".

Is Myles a boy or girl name?

Myles is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #99. As a girl name, it is ranked #7772. Myles is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Myles?

Myles is pronounced m-EYELZ.

How popular is the name Myles?

Myles is currently ranked #99 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Myles?

Common nicknames for Myles include Myl, Myy, and Mylie.

What are good middle names for Myles?

Popular middle name pairings include Myles Alexander, Myles Thomas, Myles James, Myles William, Myles Edward, Myles Owen, and Myles Lawrence.

What are good sibling names for Myles?

Names that pair well with Myles as siblings include Ellis, Felix, Hugo, Ida, Cecily, Emmett, and Jasper.

How many syllables does Myles have?

Myles has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Myles a common or rare name?

Myles is a very popular name, ranked #99 among boy names in the United States.

About the Name Myles

Myles is a boy name with English, Irish, and American origins . The name means "soldier, merciful" in Latin (miles, soldier) .

Is Myles a boy or girl name? Myles is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #99 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,772. Myles is more commonly used as a boy name.

Myles is currently ranked #99 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Myles has 1 syllable and is pronounced m-EYELZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Myles include Myl, Myy, and Mylie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Myles include Mylen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.