Mihira
2025 SSA
About Mihira
Mihira is a feminine name with Sanskrit origins, derived from a word meaning 'sun' or 'solar.' In Hindu tradition, Mihira is another name for Surya, the sun deity, symbolizing light, warmth, and vital energy. Though traditionally used in India and other South Asian countries, Mihira has begun to gain modest international recognition as global naming patterns have diversified. The name appeals to parents seeking options with meaningful cultural roots and positive symbolic associations. Mihira features melodic sounds with its alternating consonants and vowels, creating a rhythmic, flowing quality. It offers both cultural richness and accessible pronunciation for various language speakers, balancing uniqueness with pleasant phonetics.
Pronounced mi-HEER-uh.
As of October 2026, Mihira ranked #2804 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2514 for girls in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,889 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2018 | #4,052 | 36 | 21.2 |
| 2019 | #4,617 | 30 | 17.9 |
| 2020 | #2,769 | 60 | 37.1 |
| 2021 | #3,374 | 47 | 28.6 |
| 2022 | #3,301 | 49 | 29.9 |
| 2023 | #3,358 | 48 | 29.9 |
| 2024 | #2,514 | 71 | 43.8 |
| 2025 | #2,804 | 61 | 38 |