Miles
“Soldier, Merciful” — A beautiful name of Latin origin
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📖 Name Meaning & History
Miles is a cool Latin name meaning "soldier" or "merciful." Miles Davis made it the coolest name in jazz. Miles Morales made it the coolest name in comics. A name that goes the distance.
Miles derives from Latin "miles" (soldier). Miles Davis revolutionized jazz multiple times. Miles Morales became the new Spider-Man. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend named their son Miles. Musical, heroic, and endlessly cool.
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⭐ Famous People Named Miles
Miles Davis
Greatest jazz musician of all time
Miles Morales
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Miles Teller
American actor (Whiplash, Top Gun: Maverick)
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What does the name Miles mean?
Miles is a Latin name meaning "Soldier, Merciful." Miles is a cool Latin name meaning "soldier" or "merciful." Miles Davis made it the coolest name in jazz. It's a beautiful choice for parents who value latin heritage and meaningful names.
Is Miles a popular baby name?
Miles is very popular, currently ranking around #46 in the United States. Its consistent popularity shows lasting appeal.
What are good middle names for Miles?
Great middle names for Miles include Miles James, Miles Alexander, Miles William. Since Miles is short, longer middle names create a nice rhythm.
What names go well with Miles for siblings?
Names that pair beautifully with Miles include Simon, Lucas, Felix, Theo. Choose sibling names with a similar latin feel or matching elegance for a cohesive set.