Myrel
Primarily a girl's name of Irish origin with 130 recorded births. Also given to 58 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Myrel is a two-syllable girl's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 130 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Myrel is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Myrel is a girl's and boy's baby name of American origin, a creative variant of Muriel — possibly from the Irish Muirgeal meaning 'bright sea' or from the Celtic muir (sea) and geal (bright). Muriel has been used in English since the Middle Ages and was popular in the early 20th century.
The Myrel spelling gives the vintage name a more phonetically direct appearance. It belongs to the category of early-mid 20th century American names that are now genuinely rare — authentic vintage finds with genuine literary and Celtic heritage.
EtymologyShow more
Myrel is cataloged under the Irish naming tradition. Celtic names carry the echoes of ancient insular traditions, often drawing from nature, warfare, and mythology.
In the U.S., Myrel has been recorded as a girl's name since 1914, with 130 total births. Browse the Irish names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Myrel has 17+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1914.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 15 | ▼ |
| 1920s | 65 | ▲ |
| 1910s | 50 | — |
The Story of Myrel
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1921, Myrel is a name steeped in history. Girls named Myrel are most likely born between 1914 and 1931.
How rare is Myrel?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Myrel is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1914, peaked in the 1920s with 65 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Myrel by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(17 years, 1914–1934)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 | #4780 |
| 1932 | 5 | #4892 |
| 1931 | 5 | #4784 |
| 1929 | 8 | #3600 |
| 1928 | 6 | #4564 |
| 1927 | 9 | #3489 |
| 1926 | 6 | #4676 |
| 1924 | 10 | #3305 |
| 1923 | 9 | #3565 |
| 1922 | 6 | #4852 |
| 1921 | 11 | #3105 |
| 1919 | 10 | #3158 |
| 1918 | 8 | #3761 |
| 1917 | 10 | #3015 |
| 1916 | 7 | #3813 |
| 1915 | 8 | #3341 |
| 1914 | 7 | #3089 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Myrel as a Boy's Name
Though more common for girls, Myrel has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 58 births since 1914.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1914–1934