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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Miro works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Miro Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Miro Rose
Floral · soft ending
Miro Claire
French influence · crisp
Miro Jane
Literary · strong
Miro Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Miro right now?
Declining — down 34 spots — currently #5594 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
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.
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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.