Miller

The name Miller denotes an occupational designation from Old English and Scottish origins. It primarily refers to individuals who worked in or owned a grain mill for grinding. It represents the role of a miller in society—providing essential services to the community.

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Miller is a surname rooted primarily in Old English, derived from 'mylnere' or 'milne,' meaning 'mill'—those who operated or worked at a mill.

  • Popularity: 736th
  • Babies named Miller in the US in 2023:
    Female: 305
    Male: 558
  • Nicknames: Mills, Milly, Mill, M-Mike, Millzy.
  • Full Names: Miller Anderson, Miller James, Miller William, Miller Thomas, Miller Joseph.
  • Famous Namesakes: Henry Miller-Novelists, Dennis Miller-Comedian, Arthur Miller-Playwright, Glenn Miller-Musician, Steve Miller-Musician.
  • Gender: While Miller is predominantly a surname, it can be used as a first name and is considered gender-neutral, although it may lean more toward masculine associations historically.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Miller resonates with the numbers 8 and 4. Number 8 signifies ambition, strength, and decisiveness, reflecting the transformative power of a mill. Number 4 relates to practicality, building strong foundations, and attention to detail—also mirroring the meticulous work within a mill.

Miller ranks among the most common surnames in several English-speaking countries. As a first name, Miller has seen a steady increase in popularity, particularly in modern times as parents have sought unique, surname-inspired first names for their children. Despite this rise, it remains less common than traditional first names.

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