Miles

Boy's name

Miles is of Latin origin, derived from the name Milo, meaning "soldier" or "merciful."

Meaning Soldier
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 6,611 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Miles Davis - Jazz musician and composer
  • Miles Teller - Actor in "Whiplash" and "Fantastic Four"
  • Miles Austin - NFL wide receiver
  • Miles Kane - Musician in The Last Shadow Puppets
  • Miles Plumlee - NBA player for Milwaukee Bucks
  • Miles O'Brien - Star Trek character and journalist
  • Miles Jupp - Comedian and actor in "The Thick of It"
  • Miles Chamley-Watson - Olympic fencer for Team USA
  • Miles Heizer - Actor in "13 Reasons Why"
  • Miles McMillan - Model and partner of Zachary Quinto

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