How Many People Are Named Mirza?

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

Mirza
Rare
Arabic

Mirza means 'ruler' in Arabic, making it a name steeped in leadership. Only 658 people named Mirza live in the US today, which means 1 in 501,712 Americans share this rare name. The majority, 73%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~6,173
Living in US
1 in 53,693
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Ruler
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
4
Life Path Number

People named Mirza have a life path number 4, symbolizing stability, hard work, and practicality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

349,457
Worldwide Bearers
#2,983
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
147,928
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
60,670
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
37,914
🇮🇳 India
25,908
🇮🇷 Iran
11,405
🇮🇩 Indonesia
9,708
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
4,949
🇷🇺 Russia
4,835
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
4,529
🇲🇿 Mozambique
4,320

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
527 (80%)
♀ Female
131 (20%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 22
491
Would be under 30 (73%)
166
Would be 30–60 (25%)
15
Would be over 60 (2%)

All 672 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: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
26
Modern Appeal
94
International
100

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

📜 Mirza Through the Generations

Mirza has seen steady popularity since its peak in 2001 when 30 babies were given this name. Today, the name's bearers span a wide age range, but the bulk of them, 491 out of 658, are under 30 years old. This indicates that while the name isn't new, it's definitely favored by younger parents, keeping it fresh and relevant in the naming landscape.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 21
California 10
Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Mirza

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Mirza's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Mirza

How Many People Have the Name Mirza?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,173 people in the United States currently share the name Mirza. That works out to roughly 1 in every 53,693 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Mirza a Common or Rare Name?

Mirza is classified as Rare. 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 Mirza Mean?

Mirza means "ruler" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Mirza in SSA data, approximately 80% are male and 20% are female.

When Was Mirza Most Popular?

The name Mirza reached peak popularity in 2001, with 30 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Mirza?

Approximately 6,173 people named Mirza live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,173. That works out to roughly 1 in 53,693 Americans.

Is Mirza a rare name?

Mirza is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 53,693 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mirza mean?

Mirza means "ruler" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Mirza more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 80% of people named Mirza are male and 20% are female.

When was Mirza most popular?

Mirza peaked in 2001 with 30 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US6,173
All-Time Births6,173
1 in X1 in 53,693
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age22
Peak Year2001
World Rank#2,983
Male %80%
Female %20%

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.