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

Miri, 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 Miri surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Miri in America

Miri is the 92719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Miri surname appeared 198 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Miri.

We can also compare 2010 data for Miri 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 Miri

The surname MIRI has its origins in Italy, where it first emerged in the late medieval period around the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "mirabilis," meaning "wonderful" or "marvelous." This name may have been initially bestowed upon someone who exhibited exceptional skills or qualities, or perhaps someone who performed remarkable deeds.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MIRI can be found in the archives of the city of Florence, where a certain Giovanni Miri was mentioned in a document dated 1287. This suggests that the name was already in use among the Italian population at that time. Over the centuries, various spelling variations emerged, such as Miry, Mirii, and Mirri.

In the early 14th century, a nobleman named Stefano Miri was recorded as a prominent figure in the town of Siena. He is believed to have been a wealthy landowner and a member of the local aristocracy. Another notable figure from the same era was Guido Miri, a skilled artisan and sculptor who contributed to the decoration of several churches in the region of Tuscany.

By the 16th century, the name MIRI had spread beyond the borders of Italy. In Spain, a merchant named Juan Miri was documented as having established trade routes between Valencia and the Mediterranean ports of Italy. This suggests that some members of the MIRI family may have migrated to other parts of Europe during this period.

One of the most renowned individuals with the surname MIRI was the Italian painter and architect Giulio Miri (1564-1627). Born in Bologna, he was renowned for his frescoes and architectural designs, which can still be admired in various churches and palaces throughout Italy. His works showcased the exquisite style of the Italian Renaissance and contributed significantly to the artistic heritage of the country.

Another notable figure was the Italian scientist and mathematician Francesco Miri (1680-1748), who made significant contributions to the field of optics and the study of light refraction. His research and publications were widely respected among the scientific community of his time.

It is worth mentioning that the surname MIRI has also been found in other parts of Europe, such as France and Germany, although its origins can be traced back to the Italian roots mentioned above. Over time, the name may have undergone further variations and adaptations as it spread across different regions and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Miri

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

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 Miri 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 Miri 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 Miri was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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