Beloved
In Scandinavia, My is a diminutive of Maria, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam. While its exact etymology is debated, it is most commonly interpreted as meaning beloved or drop of the sea. It is a distinct, standalone name in Sweden and Denmark.
About 7 girls were named My in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A small, determined, and fiercely independent character · Moomins
Swedish actress and singer
