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Miracle Pronunciation

Miracle is pronounced MEER-ə-kəl /ˈmɪr.ə.kəl/High

Meaning: From the word miracle — Latin miraculum, 'a wonder, marvel' — a wondrous blessingMedium

In 30 seconds: A wondrous blessing: Miracle is the word-name for a marvel — often given to a long-awaited child. Mostly a girls' name; here for boys, it's hopeful and bold.

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Origin MediumLatin, English

MeaningFrom the word miracle — Latin miraculum, 'a wonder, marvel' — a wondrous blessing

U.S. rank (2024)#4271 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 491

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Miracle comes from the word miracle — Latin miraculum, 'a wonder, marvel' — a wondrous, blessed event. A hopeful word-name often given to a long-awaited child; mostly used for girls, it appears for boys, which this page covers.

It registers thinly for boys. Rare for boys, a-wonder at the root, and hopeful.

Did you know? Miracle, from Latin miraculum ('a wonder'), is often chosen for a much-prayed-for or against-the-odds baby; mostly a girls' name, it appears for boys too.

Overall data confidence 68%

Oxford English Dictionary — miracle — word origin

Variations

MirakleMiracal

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Legend— a fellow aspirational word-name

Blessing— a companion virtue word-name

Saint— another bold word-name

King— a fellow grand word-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Miracle?

Miracle is pronounced MEER-ə-kəl (/ˈmɪr.ə.kəl/). Press play above to hear Miracle said aloud.

How do you say Miracle?

Miracle is said MEER-ə-kəl (/ˈmɪr.ə.kəl/). Press play above to hear Miracle said aloud.

What does the name Miracle mean?

Miracle is the word for 'a wonder, marvel' (Latin miraculum).

Is Miracle a boy or girl name?

Miracle is used for both sexes (mostly girls); this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Miracle?

Miracle is rare for boys in the U.S.