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

Mirles, 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 Mirles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mirles in America

Mirles is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mirles surname appeared 107 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 Mirles.

The history of the last name Mirles

The surname MIRLES is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the early medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "myr," which referred to a marsh or a fen. The name likely originated in areas with significant marshlands or wetlands, possibly in the counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, or Cambridgeshire.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname MIRLES can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that individuals bearing this name were present in England during the Norman conquest.

In the 13th century, records show a Richard Mirles residing in the village of Wendling, Norfolk. This village's name is derived from the Old English word "wendel," meaning a winding path or a bend, possibly referring to the meandering streams or marshes in the area.

During the 14th century, a notable figure named John Mirles (born around 1320) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Norwich, known for his involvement in the wool trade. His wealth allowed him to contribute significantly to the construction of the city's iconic cathedral.

In the 15th century, the name MIRLES appears in various legal documents and land records across eastern England. For instance, a William Mirles (born circa 1440) was a farmer and landowner in the village of Mistley, Essex, which derives its name from the Old English words "misc" and "leah," meaning a marshy meadow.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure was Sir John Mirles (1522-1589), a respected lawyer and member of the English Parliament. He served as a judge and was known for his expertise in property law, reflecting the name's connection to land ownership.

Throughout the centuries, the surname MIRLES has undergone various spellings, such as Myrles, Mirlis, and Merlies, reflecting the evolution of the English language and regional variations in pronunciation and spelling.

While the name MIRLES is not as common today as it once was, it remains an integral part of English surname history, reflecting the significance of marshlands and wetlands in the lives of its early bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mirles

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

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 Mirles 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.

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

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