Miles as a Male Name
Miles is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Miles for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic / Latin (uncertain) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Miles means “uncertain; possibly 'merciful' or associated with Latin miles 'soldier'” and is of Germanic / Latin (uncertain) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Milo, Myles, Milan.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Miles across all genders, see the complete Miles name meaning.
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Is Miles a boy's name?+
Miles is most commonly a boy's name. It means “uncertain; possibly 'merciful' or associated with Latin miles 'soldier'” and is of Germanic / Latin (uncertain) origin.
What does Miles mean?+
Miles means “uncertain; possibly 'merciful' or associated with Latin miles 'soldier'” and originates from Germanic / Latin (uncertain).