Find out how popular the last name Mira is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Mira.

Mira, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Mira surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mira in America

Mira is the 15625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mira surname appeared 1,870 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Mira.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mira to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Mira

The surname Mira is of Italian origin, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the medieval period in the regions of northern Italy. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "mirari," meaning "to admire" or "to wonder at." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who was admired or respected within their community.

In the 13th century, records from the city of Genoa mention a family with the surname Mira. This family was likely among the earliest bearers of the name and may have played a role in its spread throughout the region. Additionally, there are mentions of individuals with the name Mira in historical documents from the cities of Milan and Venice during the same time period.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Mira was Giovanni Mira, a prominent merchant from the city of Florence who lived in the late 14th century. His successful trading ventures and contributions to the city's economic growth likely brought recognition to the Mira name.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Antonio Mira was a skilled painter and sculptor who worked in the city of Verona. His artistic creations, which can still be seen in churches and museums throughout the region, have preserved his legacy and the Mira name.

During the Renaissance period, a family with the surname Mira gained prominence in the city of Venice. One member, Marco Mira (1500-1578), was a renowned humanist scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on various subjects, including literature, history, and ethics.

Another individual of note was Girolamo Mira (1551-1618), a Venetian physician and anatomist who made significant contributions to the field of medicine through his groundbreaking work on the human anatomy and his detailed anatomical drawings.

In the 17th century, the Mira name was associated with a noble family in the city of Milan. One prominent member, Cesare Mira (1620-1695), served as a high-ranking military officer and played a crucial role in defending the city during conflicts with neighboring regions.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Mira has been present in various parts of Italy, and its bearers have left their mark in diverse fields, from art and literature to science and military endeavors. While the name's origins can be traced back to the medieval period, its legacy continues to be woven into the rich tapestry of Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mira

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Mira.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Mira was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Mira has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Mira was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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