How Many People Are Named Miller?

Complete statistics for the name Miller: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Miller
Common
English surname used as a first name

Miller, a very rare male name, is held by just 9,937 people in the US today, making up 1 in 33,209 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with 68% of those named Miller being under 30, and it peaked in popularity in 2024.

~1,129,186
Living in US
1 in 294
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Occupational surname (one who mills)
🌐
Origin
English surname used as a first name
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Dependable Hardworking Practical
33
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 33 is associated with leadership and service, emphasizing the importance of guiding others and contributing positively to society.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

9,937
Worldwide Bearers
#22,370
Global Rank
🇦🇺 Australia
295
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
291
🇨🇦 Canada
249
🇬🇭 Ghana
225
🇨🇳 China
188
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
187
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
168
🇲🇽 Mexico
160
🇪🇬 Egypt
108
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
94

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
7,798 (78%)
♀ Female
2,139 (22%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 34
8,467
Would be under 30 (68%)
906
Would be 30–60 (7%)
3,168
Would be over 60 (25%)

All 12,541 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
97
Classic Feel
30
Modern Appeal
90
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Miller Through the Generations

Miller, a name that's been around for centuries but has seen a resurgence in recent years, stands out for its unique trajectory. With 9,937 individuals bearing the name in the United States, it's a testament to its enduring appeal. The name's peak year was 2024, when 1,093 babies were given this moniker, marking a significant uptick in usage. Interestingly, the average age of people named Miller is 34, indicating a younger demographic that's embracing this traditional surname as a first name. The age distribution shows a strong presence among the under-30s, with 8,467 individuals in this group, while 906 are aged between 30 and 60, and 3,168 are over 60, suggesting a generational shift towards adopting Miller as a first name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 921
Georgia 813
North Carolina 592
California 554
Tennessee 515
Alabama 466
South Carolina 379
Florida 266
Mississippi 250
Louisiana 208

⭐ Famous People Named Miller

A miller is a person who owns or operates a mill which turns grain into flour.…

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✨ Similar Names to Miller

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Miller's English surname used as a first name roots

📄 About the Name Miller

How Many People Have the Name Miller?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,129,186 people in the United States currently share the name Miller. That works out to roughly 1 in every 294 Americans, placing it in the Common category.

Is Miller a Common or Rare Name?

Miller is classified as Common. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Miller Mean?

Miller means "Occupational surname (one who mills)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Miller in SSA data, approximately 78% are male and 22% are female.

When Was Miller Most Popular?

The name Miller reached peak popularity in 2024, with 1,093 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Miller?

Approximately 1,129,186 people named Miller live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,129,186. That works out to roughly 1 in 294 Americans.

Is Miller a rare name?

Miller is classified as Common in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 294 Americans has this name.

What does the name Miller mean?

Miller means "Occupational surname (one who mills)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.

Is Miller more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 78% of people named Miller are male and 22% are female.

When was Miller most popular?

Miller peaked in 2024 with 1,093 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,129,186
All-Time Births1,129,186
1 in X1 in 294
RarityCommon
GenderMale
Avg Age34
Peak Year2024
World Rank#22,370
Male %78%
Female %22%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.