Myrah
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Myrah
Myrah is a modern variation of the name Myrrh, derived from the Arabic word "murr" meaning the fragrant resin myrrh, symbolizing preciousness and aromatics used in ancient rituals.
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Etymology
Myrah is a modern variation of the name Myrrh, derived from the Arabic word "murr" meaning the fragrant resin myrrh, symbolizing preciousness and aromatics used in ancient rituals. The name is primarily used in English-speaking Western contexts and among Hindu communities, with no significant historical figure bearing this exact spelling.
Myrah currently ranks #4,431 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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