Miley
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Smiley, pleasant
Origin: English (modern)
Popularity: Ranked #338 in 2025 with 900 babies born.
History: Originally a nickname meaning smiley. It became famous through Miley Cyrus, born Destiny Hope Cyrus, who was nicknamed Smiley (later Miley) as a baby. The name entered mainstream use entirely through her celebrity.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Miley? About 1 in 3,698 babies born in 2025 were named Miley, or roughly 2.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Miley
What does the name Miley mean?
Miley means “Smiley, pleasant” from English (modern) roots.
What is the origin of the name Miley?
Miley has English (modern) origin. The traditional meaning is “Smiley, pleasant”.
How popular is Miley?
Miley ranked #338 in 2025 — given to 900 babies that year.
When was Miley most popular?
Miley peaked in 2008 with 2,652 babies registered that year.
Is Miley a boy or girl name?
Miley is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Mileys in registered births are female.
Is the name Miley rising or falling in popularity?
Miley has risen 406 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #744 in 2020 to #338 in 2025.
How long has Miley been recorded?
Miley appears in birth records across 56 years — from 1889 through 2025.