Myra

Meaning of Myra

It means "myrrh," a fragrant perfume, or "wonderful."

Myra has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Myra

Myra has cooled off, slipping to #663 in 2025, down from a peak of #491 in 2018.

Notable people named Myra

• Myra Hindley
  British serial killer
• Myra Gale Brown
  Elvis Presley's ex-wife
• Myra Bradwell
  American publisher and lawyer
• Myra Carter
  American actress
• Myra Janco Daniels
  American arts executive

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Questions about the name Myra

What does the name Myra mean?

Myra means it means "myrrh," a fragrant perfume, or "wonderful.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Myra a boy's or a girl's name?

Myra is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Myra?

In 2025, Myra ranked #663 for girls, down from #645 the year before.

When was Myra most popular?

Myra peaked at #491 in 2018.