Myla

Myla is a feminine first name that represents a variation of the English name Miles. The exact origin is not clearly defined. In a figurative sense, Myla is interpreted as 'the gracious', 'the generous', and 'the beloved'.

What does the name Myla mean?

Myla is a feminine variant of the English name Miles, whose origin remains unclear. In a figurative sense, the name means 'the gracious', 'the generous', and 'the beloved'. The origin could be found in the Germanic elements mel meaning 'beloved', 'mild', 'gracious', or 'generous', or in mild, which means 'gentle', 'peaceful', and 'calm'. Additionally, Myla could be derived from the Latin word mīles, meaning 'the soldier', thus carrying the meaning 'the female soldier' or 'the warrior'. Myla is also a spelling variant of the Slavic name Mila, which is a short form of names like Ludmila, Milena, or Emilia that begin with 'Mil-' or end with '-mila'. The Slavic element mil can be translated as 'dear', 'lovable', 'kind', 'compassionate', and 'merciful', so the meaning is 'the kind' or 'the merciful'. Other variants of the name include Milla, Mylla, and Mylah.

How do you pronounce Myla?

The sound structure and pronunciation of Myla is characteristic. The name is designed to be two syllables and dynamic. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Mai-la' [ˈmaɪla], with the diphthong 'ai' creating a gliding movement at the beginning. The open A at the end gives the name a certain warmth and expansiveness. Overall, Myla sounds modern and melodic – feminine, friendly, and sonically clear.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Myla is very popular and currently ranks 1,630th among the most common female first names. Myla achieved its best ranking in 2011 at 790th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 180 times, placing it 1,743rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Myla is positioned at 1,666th place.

Nicknames & pet names

Mylie / Mylö

Similar first names

Famous people

• Myla Goldberg (writer and musician)