Myra
MAI-ruh
Popularity
#646
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
63,534
Peak Year
#1,295 in 1958
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Myra has multiple origins. It could be from the Greek word 'myron' meaning 'myrrh,' or it might be a variant of the Irish name Moira.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Myra Hindley
British serial killer
Myra Bradwell
American political activist and publisher
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