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Usage English
Meaning & History
Variant of Myria or Miriah. Usage of this name began in England in the 18th century, though at that time, it was rarely given to girls. In the United States, it began to be used in the 19th century, where it was concentrated most in the American South.
After the 1970s, it can also be considered as a variant of Mariah, which might be influenced by Myra or other names that start with My-.
After the 1970s, it can also be considered as a variant of Mariah, which might be influenced by Myra or other names that start with My-.