The nameMiranda
Miranda is a girl's name created by Shakespeare for The Tempest.
- Girl's name
- Latin
Meaning
From the Latin mirandus, "worthy of admiration".
Origin
Latin, through English.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 1990s and 2000s.
Popularity of the name Miranda
Miranda in France
2503rdmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2001peak year (30 births)
740babies named Miranda in France since 1900
Miranda was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 195 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Miranda. Its rise began around 1930, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Miranda in France were born before 1998.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Miranda mean?
From the Latin mirandus, "worthy of admiration".
What is the origin of the name Miranda?
Latin, through English.
Is Miranda a girl's or a boy's name?
Miranda is a girl's name.