Miranda

Q: What is the origin of Miranda?

Miranda is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Miranda a girl name?

Miranda is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Worthy of Admiration"

From a Latin gerundive meaning admirable, it gained prominence through literary usage and subsequent English naming adoption.

Themes:admirationlatinliteraryvirtue

Literary Literature

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Popularity History of Miranda

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#622Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#622

Miranda was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-47

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Miranda Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Miranda.

11 ideas

Mira

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Randi

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Andi

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mira

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miry

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anda

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mie

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nday

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uh-MAN-duh

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Baby Name Lists That Include Miranda

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Miranda mean?

Miranda means "Worthy of Admiration". From a Latin gerundive meaning admirable, it gained prominence through literary usage and subsequent English naming adop

What is the origin of Miranda?

Miranda is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Miranda?

According to the latest SSA data, Miranda is currently ranked #622 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Miranda a girl name?

Miranda is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Miranda?

Popular nicknames for Miranda include Mira, Randi, Andi, mira, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Miranda?

There are many names similar to Miranda in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin

Syllables3

Length7 letters

US Rank#622

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Agustin Augustine Aurelio Aries Amias

Sisters

April Angelica Adrianna Araceli Aliana

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