US Popularity:24130
Origin:Latin
Meaning:evergreen shrub
Myrtle is a feminine name of Latin origin. It is derived from "Myrtus," an evergreen shrub with medicinal properties. The myrtle plant has been used for centuries to treat respiratory ailments and soothe skin inflammation. Myrtle was first used as a girl's name during the 1850s, giving it tons of old-world charm. Whether you want to encourage baby to follow a healing path or flourish endlessly like an evergreen, Myrtle ticks many boxes.

Myrtle Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Myrtle is currently #3754 on The Bump
Girl:Myrtle is currently #1674 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Myrtle is currently #24130 in U.S. births
Girl:Myrtle is currently #12093 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#24130
in 2022
- 9220
from 2019
In comparison to the previous year's data
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