Myles is a masculine given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French name "Milo," which means "soldier" or "merciful." The name Myles has been in use since the Middle Ages and has been a popular name in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States. Notable people with the name Myles include Myles Garrett, an American football player, and Myles Kennedy, a musician and singer-songwriter.
Myles rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 115. Luka
- Rank 116. Evan
- Rank 117. Vincent
- Rank 118. Legend
- Rank 119. Myles
- Rank 120. Harrison
- Rank 121. August
- Rank 122. Bryson
- Rank 123. Amir
Nicknames for Myles
| Mylo | MY-loh | A shortened, more casual version of Myles. |
| Miley | MY-lee | A playful and feminine nickname for Myles. |
| Milo | MEE-loh | A popular alternative to Mylo, with a slightly different pronunciation. |
| Miles | MY-uls | A common misspelling of Myles that has become a popular nickname in its own right. |
| M | Em | A simple and straightforward nickname, using the first letter of the name. |
Famous people named Myles
| Myles Standish | Military Leader | He was an English military officer who was one of the passengers on the Mayflower and played a leading role in the establishment of the Plymouth Colony. |
| Myles Kennedy | Musician | He is an American musician, singer, and songwriter known for his work as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Alter Bridge. |
| Myles Garrett | Football Player | He is an American football defensive end for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). |
| Myles Munroe | Author | He was a Bahamian evangelist and ordained minister avid professor of the Kingdom of God, author, speaker and leadership consultant who founded and led the Bahamas Faith Ministries International (BFMI) and Myles Munroe International (MMI). |
| Myles Powell | Basketball Player | He is an American college basketball player for the Seton Hall Pirates of the Big East Conference. |
| Myles Turner | Basketball Player | He is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Pacers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). |
| Myles Jury | Mixed Martial Artist | He is an American mixed martial artist who has competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). |
| Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators | Band | It is an American rock supergroup formed in 2012 by guitarist Slash, featuring vocalist Myles Kennedy, bassist Todd Kerns, and drummer Brent Fitz. |
Fictional character called Myles from pop culture
| Myles | Known For | Explanation |
| Miles Morales | Spider-Man | A fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. |
| Miles Teller | Actor | An American actor best known for his roles in Whiplash, The Spectacular Now, and Fantastic Four. |
| Myles Standish | Historical Figure | An English military officer hired by the Pilgrims as military advisor for Plymouth Colony. |
| Myles Bennett Dyson | Terminator 2: Judgment Day | A character in the Terminator franchise, who invented the neural-net processor that led to the development of Skynet. |
| Myles Barlow | Review with Myles Barlow | A fictional character in the Australian television comedy series Review with Myles Barlow. |
| Myles Leland III | Gilmore Girls | A character in the American television series Gilmore Girls, who is a wealthy and influential resident of Stars Hollow. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Myles
| What is the origin of the name Myles? | The name Myles is of Greek origin. |
| What does the name Myles mean? | The name Myles means 'soldier' or 'merciful'. |
| Is Myles a popular name? | Myles has become increasingly popular in recent years, ranking at #108 in the United States in 2020. |
| What are some famous people named Myles? | Famous people named Myles include Myles Garrett (NFL player), Myles Kennedy (musician), and Myles Turner (NBA player). |
| Is Myles a unisex name? | Myles is typically used as a masculine name, but it can also be used as a unisex name. |