N
NamyLab

Mireya

female
Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Admired"

Mireya is a Spanish form related to Occitan Mireille, associated with admiration and popularized through literature and regional tradition.

Themes:romanceliterarymodernadmiration
UniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Mireya

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1066Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#1066

Mireya was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+149

better 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

Mireya Nicknames

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

8 ideas
miry
Nickname
mire
Nickname
mie
Nickname
my
Nickname
mo
Nickname
reya
Nickname
eyay
Nickname
mi
Nickname

Similar Names to Mireya

female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
female

Agnes

“Pure”

#1063
|Greek
female

Arlene

“Pledge or Promise”

#1798
|English
female

Ana

“Grace”

#204
|Hebrew
female

Antoinette

“Priceless One”

#2882
|French
female

Alberta

“Noble; Bright”

#10281
|Germanic
female

Adrienne

“From Hadria”

#1455
|French
female

Alisha

“Noble”

#1137
|Hebrew

Baby Name Lists That Include Mireya

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Mireya, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

11 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Mireya mean?
Mireya means "Admired". Mireya is a Spanish form related to Occitan Mireille, associated with admiration and popularized through literature and
What is the origin of Mireya?
Mireya is of Spanish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Mireya?
According to the latest SSA data, Mireya is currently ranked #1066 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 Mireya a girl name?
Mireya 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 Mireya?
Popular nicknames for Mireya include miry, mire, mie, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Mireya?
There are many names similar to Mireya in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSpanish, Occitan
Syllables2
Length6 letters
US Rank#1066
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Mireya

Mireya has Spanish roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Spanish baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Mireya appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Unique Baby Names and Spanish Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Names That Mean Miracle And Blessing for Boys and Girls and Names That Mean Travel And Adventure for Boys and Girls.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Mireya pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Mireya beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.