Boy name guide

Miles name meaning, origin and style

Miles name meaning: soldier; merciful. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
Latin and Germanic usage
Meaning
soldier; merciful
Say it
MYLZ

Choosing Miles

A considered latin and germanic usage choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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