Myron
Myron: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Myron
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Μύρων (Múrōn).
How popular is Myron?
Since 1880, 463 girls and 45,369 boys in the U.S. have been named Myron (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2272 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #192 in 1931. In 2025, 102 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Myron FAQ
What does the name Myron mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek Μύρων (Múrōn).
What is the origin of the name Myron?
Myron is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Myron?
Since 1880, 463 girls and 45,369 boys in the U.S. have been named Myron (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2272 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #192 in 1931. In 2025, 102 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Myron a boy or girl name?
Myron is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 463 girls and 45,369 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.