Miela

“honey” — Associated with sweetness and affection

Finland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10083US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

125All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Miela

mee-e-lah

/mee-e-lah/ · · 2 syllables

“honey”

Associated with sweetness and affection · Finland origin

What does Miela mean and where does it come from?

Miela is a Finnish name that means 'honey'. It is relatively modern and is considered quite unique. The name has gained popularity in Finland, often associated with sweetness and affection. Miela is not widely used outside Finland and has not been recorded as belonging to any notable public figures,

Cultural significance

Miela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Finland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of honey.

Peak popularity

Reached #8610 in 2017 — currently #10083 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Miela?

Miela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Miela Grace

How popular is Miela right now?

Rising fast — up 4652 spots — currently #10083 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#10083 · Top 7.4%

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10083	10	▲ up 4652 · +67% births
2022	#14735	6	▼ down 7217 · -60% births
2021	#7518	15	▲ up 4082 · +88% births
2020	#11600	8	▲ up 367 · -11% births
2010	#11967	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Miela

Best Year2021Rank #7518

Peak Count15

Average Rank#11181

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Miela

Miela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 125 total births recorded, Miela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11967 in 2010 to #10083 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Miela in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Miela by decade

Miela peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	30
2010s ★	87
2020s	8

💎Miela has only 125 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Miela?

Common

MieMielMielieMiely

What names sound and feel like Miela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Miela also consider these

Romania · Admired, wonderful

miella

Italy · Italian

Minela

Bosnia and Herzegovina · the one who

Common questions about the name Miela

What does the name Miela mean?

Miela means "honey" — a name rooted in Finland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Miela?

Miela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Miela have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Miela?

Miela originates from Finland tradition. Finland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Miela trending right now?

Miela is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Miela a common or rare name?

Miela is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.