Myles is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #212 in 2011 with 233 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 764 births ranking #67. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 31.6%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 1,484 boys born was named Myles. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Myles is a spelling variant of Miles and usually follows the same broad meaning. It feels polished and slightly more modern in look while staying tied to an older classic.
The form grew through surname and given-name use and now sits comfortably beside Miles in English-speaking countries. Its appeal comes from updating a familiar name without changing the sound.