Mireille

“To admire or to marvel”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6325US 2023

19Births / yr

↓Falling

763All-time births

📅 Since 194900

How to pronounce Mireille

MEYE·er·ILL·uh

/ˈmaɪ.ɝ.ˈɪll.ə/ · stress on MEYE · 4 syllables

“To admire or to marvel”

France origin · Girl name

What does Mireille mean and where does it come from?

Mireille (pronounced [miˈʁɛj]) is of French origin and derives from the Occitan verb 'mirar' meaning 'to admire' or 'to marvel'. It is a traditional name in the southern regions of France, particularly Provence. The name gained literary prominence through the 19th-century novel 'Mireille' by Frédéri

Cultural significance

Mireille has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to admire or to marvel.

Peak popularity

Reached #3074 in 1969 — currently #6325 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mireille?

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

Mireille Grace

How popular is Mireille right now?

Falling — down 417 spots — currently #6325 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#6325 · Top 4.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6325	19	▼ down 417 · -10% births
2022	#5908	21	▲ up 186 · +5% births
2021	#6094	20	▲ up 822 · +25% births
2020	#6916	16	▼ down 646 · -20% births
2015	#6270	20	▼ down 811 · -20% births
2010	#5459	25	▲ up 1751 · +56% births
2005	#7210	16	▲ up 35 · +14% births
2000	#7245	14	▲ up 4820 · +133% births
1995	#12065	6	▼ down 5832 · -57% births
1990	#6233	14	▲ up 371 · +40% births
1985	#6604	10	▲ up 1845 · +43% births
1980	#8449	7	▼ down 2263 · -22% births
1975	#6186	9	▼ down 2805 · -53% births
1970	#3381	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mireille

Best Year1970Rank #3381

Peak Count25

Average Rank#6739

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202314 years

The story of Mireille

Mireille entered American naming records in 1949 and has been in use for over 75 years. With 763 total births recorded, Mireille remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3381 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6325 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mireille in 1969:

Lisa Michelle Jennifer Kimberly Melissa

Mireille by decade

Mireille peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	8
1960s	51
1970s	112
1980s	93
1990s	110
2000s	148
2010s ★	220
2020s	16

💎Mireille has only 763 total recorded births since 1949 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mireille?

CROATIAN

Mirica

What names sound and feel like Mireille?

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

English · a wonderful event

Miyelle

English · A meaningful name

Mikelle

Hebrew · Hebrew

How is Mireille written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Mireille

What does the name Mireille mean?

Mireille means "To admire or to marvel" — a name rooted in France 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 Mireille?

Mireille is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Mireille?

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

How do you pronounce the name Mireille?

Mireille is a four-syllable name pronounced M AY1 ER0 IH1 L L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Mireille?

Mireille pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.