Miranda
Miranda is a Latin name meaning 'worthy of admiration' or 'wonderful,' invented by William Shakespeare for the heroine in his play 'The Tempest.' The name embodies grace, intelligence, and wonder.
Current Popularity
#622 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong literary connection appeals to book-loving parents
- •Associated with 'Miranda Rights' in U.S. law enforcement
- •Balances formality with friendly nickname options
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Famous People
Miranda Kerr
Australian supermodel and businesswoman
Miranda Richardson
British actress
Miranda Lambert
Country music singer-songwriter
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Composer and playwright (male bearer)
Statistics
114,541
Total births since 1880
1995
Peak year
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