Boy
Myron
sweet oil, perfume
About Myron
Substance meets style in this distinguished name with impressive historical credentials. Myron offers parents a choice that feels both substantial and approachable, combining vintage charm with continued relevance. The name carries an intellectual quality that suggests thoughtfulness and capability without pretension.
Its straightforward two-syllable structure provides clarity and ease, while the name's less common usage ensures distinction in modern contexts. Myron has weathered decades with grace, proving its staying power beyond temporary trends. Parents who select this name often appreciate its understated elegance and the way it suggests depth of character.
The name works beautifully across professional and personal contexts, aging exceptionally well from childhood through distinguished adulthood. Myron suggests reliability, intelligence, and quiet confidence—qualities that serve well in any era. It pairs effectively with both traditional and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility in creating a complete name combination. For families seeking a name with gravitas, historical resonance, and timeless appeal without excessive popularity, Myron provides an excellent foundation.
Popularity of the Name Myron
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #260 | ||
| 1881 | #303 | ||
| 1882 | #352 | ||
| 1883 | #367 | ||
| 1884 | #381 | ||
| 1885 | #392 | ||
| 1886 | #323 | ||
| 1887 | #317 | ||
| 1888 | #322 | ||
| 1889 | #291 | ||
| 1890 | #347 | ||
| 1891 | #271 | ||
| 1892 | #326 | ||
| 1893 | #297 | ||
| 1894 | #394 | ||
| 1895 | #313 | ||
| 1896 | #349 | ||
| 1897 | #281 | ||
| 1898 | #294 | ||
| 1899 | #298 | ||
| 1900 | #257 | ||
| 1901 | #263 | ||
| 1902 | #328 | ||
| 1903 | #290 | ||
| 1904 | #258 | ||
| 1905 | #312 | ||
| 1906 | #276 | ||
| 1907 | #317 | ||
| 1908 | #294 | ||
| 1909 | #297 | ||
| 1910 | #306 | ||
| 1911 | #253 | ||
| 1912 | #227 | ||
| 1913 | #227 | ||
| 1914 | #218 | ||
| 1915 | #215 | ||
| 1916 | #214 | ||
| 1917 | #223 | ||
| 1918 | #208 | ||
| 1919 | #223 | ||
| 1920 | #229 | ||
| 1921 | #216 | ||
| 1922 | #235 | ||
| 1923 | #213 | ||
| 1924 | #220 | ||
| 1925 | #224 | ||
| 1926 | #222 | ||
| 1927 | #208 | ||
| 1928 | #204 | ||
| 1929 | #200 | ||
| 1930 | #195 | ||
| 1931 | #192 | ||
| 1932 | #208 | ||
| 1933 | #209 | ||
| 1934 | #211 | ||
| 1935 | #206 | ||
| 1936 | #228 | ||
| 1937 | #231 | ||
| 1938 | #211 | ||
| 1939 | #217 | ||
| 1940 | #220 | ||
| 1941 | #214 | ||
| 1942 | #232 | ||
| 1943 | #246 | ||
| 1944 | #248 | ||
| 1945 | #265 | ||
| 1946 | #274 | ||
| 1947 | #296 | ||
| 1948 | #304 | ||
| 1949 | #296 | ||
| 1950 | #294 | ||
| 1951 | #260 | ||
| 1952 | #266 | ||
| 1953 | #275 | ||
| 1954 | #280 | ||
| 1955 | #291 | ||
| 1956 | #275 | ||
| 1957 | #290 | ||
| 1958 | #317 | ||
| 1959 | #315 | ||
| 1960 | #315 | ||
| 1961 | #300 | ||
| 1962 | #307 | ||
| 1963 | #312 | ||
| 1964 | #326 | ||
| 1965 | #341 | ||
| 1966 | #373 | ||
| 1967 | #370 | ||
| 1968 | #370 | ||
| 1969 | #382 | ||
| 1970 | #409 | ||
| 1971 | #390 | ||
| 1972 | #406 | ||
| 1973 | #414 | ||
| 1974 | #385 | ||
| 1975 | #404 | ||
| 1976 | #419 | ||
| 1977 | #433 | ||
| 1978 | #463 | ||
| 1979 | #442 | ||
| 1980 | #479 | ||
| 1981 | #475 | ||
| 1982 | #520 | ||
| 1983 | #498 | ||
| 1984 | #493 | ||
| 1985 | #538 | ||
| 1986 | #555 | ||
| 1987 | #591 | ||
| 1988 | #580 | ||
| 1989 | #616 | ||
| 1990 | #677 | ||
| 1991 | #668 | #971 | |
| 1992 | #679 | ||
| 1993 | #742 | ||
| 1994 | #760 | ||
| 1995 | #883 | ||
| 1996 | #848 | ||
| 1997 | #812 | #873 | |
| 1998 | #806 | ||
| 1999 | #907 | ||
| 2000 | #921 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Myron
- Miron
- Myren
- Miren
- Myrin
- Mirin
- Myrun
- Mirun
- Myreone
- Myryn
- Miryn
- Mirahn
Names Similar to Myron
Nicknames for Myron
- My
- Ron
- Ronnie
- Myro
- M
Famous People Named Myron
| Myron Rolle | Former American football player and neurosurgeon |
| Myron Cope | American sports journalist and radio personality |
| Myron Scholes | Canadian economist and Nobel laureate in economics |
| Myron Ebell | American environmental policy director |
| Myron P. Shevell | American businessman and CEO of the Shevell Group |
| Myron May | American lawyer and perpetrator of a shooting at Florida State University in 2014 |
| Myron Mixon | American celebrity chef and barbecue pitmaster |
| Myron Walden | American jazz saxophonist and composer |
| Myron Stout | American abstract painter |
| Myron Bell | American former NFL player |
| Myron Pryor | American former NFL player |
| Myron Schuckman | American Olympic fencer |
| Myron H. Bright | American federal judge |
| Myron Avery | American hiker and outdoorsman |
| Myron Cohen | American comedian and actor |
| Myron Scott | American inventor of the modern Frisbee |
| Myron Scott-Maxwell | American politician |
| Myron R. Lewis | American politician and lawyer |
| Myron E. Greene | American politician and educator |
| Myron T. Herrick | American diplomat and politician |
Characters Named Myron
| Myron Bolitar | Character from Harlan Coben's mystery novels |
| Myron Wagtail | Character from the Harry Potter series |
| Myron Feldman | Character from the TV series "Seinfeld" |
| Myron Van Horowitzski | Character from the film "Shrek" |
| Myron Stark | Character from the TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Myron Murdoch | Character from the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Myron Castleman | Character from the film "The Judge" |
| Myron Grombacher | Character from the TV series "Arli$$" |
| Myron Yoder | Character from the TV series "Extant" |
| Myron Stanfield | Character from the TV series "The Wire" |
| Myron | Character from the film "What's the Worst That Could Happen?" |
| Myron Larabee | Character from the film "Dying Young" |
| Myron Muskovitz | Character from the TV series "Northern Exposure" |