Myrrh; or a combination of Myra and Ella
Myella is a rare modern invention, likely created as a melodic blend of the name Myra and the popular suffix -ella. It is also sometimes associated with the aromatic resin myrrh, derived from the Greek word 'myrrha'. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique identity.
Less common today
Myella isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,884 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
