Miro

“peace” — Associated with the characters for 'second' or 'round'

Slovenia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5594US 2023

17Births / yr

↓Falling

177All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Miro

mir·OH

/mɪr.ˈoʊ/ · stress on OH · 2 syllables

“peace”

Associated with the characters for 'second' or 'round' · Slovenia origin

What does Miro mean and where does it come from?

Miro is of Slovenian origin, derived from the word 'mir', which means peace. It has been a relatively common name in Slovenia and has been gaining popularity in other parts of the world as a first name. In Japanese, Miro can also be associated with the characters for 'second' or 'round', though thes

Cultural significance

Miro has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slovenia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of peace.

Peak popularity

Reached #4306 in 1915 — currently #5594 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Miro?

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

Miro Grace

How popular is Miro right now?

Declining — down 34 spots — currently #5594 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5594 · Top 4.1%

1915

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5594	17	▼ down 34
2022	#5560	17	▼ down 1108 · -26% births
2021	#4452	23	▲ up 980 · +44% births
2020	#5432	16	▲ up 2680 · +78% births
2015	#8112	9	▼ down 2048 · -36% births
2010	#6064	14	▼ down 1758 · +180% births
1915	#4306	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Miro

Best Year1915Rank #4306

Peak Count23

Average Rank#5646

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 20237 years

The story of Miro

Miro entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 177 total births recorded, Miro remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4306 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5594 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Miro in 1915:

John William James Robert Joseph

Miro by decade

Miro peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	5
1960s	5
2000s	28
2010s ★	118
2020s	16

💎Miro has only 177 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Miro?

Common

MirMirieMiry

What names sound and feel like Miro?

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

Japan · Second son (次郎)

Milo

American · soldier

Hiro

Japan · generous, tolerant, noble,

How is Miro written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Miro?

Mira BULGARIAN Mira CROATIAN Mirica CROATIAN Miroslava CROATIAN Miroslava CZECH Mira MACEDONIAN Miroslava MACEDONIAN Mira MEDIEVAL SLAVIC Miroslava MEDIEVAL SLAVIC Mira POLISH Mirosława POLISH Miroslava RUSSIAN Mira SERBIAN Miroslava SERBIAN Miroslava SLOVAK Mira SLOVENE Miroslava SLOVENE Miša SLOVENE Miruna ROMANIAN

Common questions about the name Miro

What does the name Miro mean?

Miro means "peace" — a name rooted in Slovenia 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 Miro?

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

What is the cultural origin of Miro?

Miro originates from Slovenia tradition. Slovenia 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 Miro?

Miro is a two-syllable name pronounced M IH0 R OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Miro trending right now?

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