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Miracle

♂ Boy

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 (2025)#2968 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births42 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 533

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519932025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

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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Frequently Asked

What does the name Miracle mean?

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

How do you pronounce Miracle?

It's said MEER-ə-kəl /ˈmɪr.ə.kəl/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

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.

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