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Miles
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From Old French given name Milo, of problematic origin, possibly from an unknown Germanic element, or a short form of Slavic names beginning with mil- "grace, favor". The English form is associated by folk etymology with Latin mīles (“soldier”). As a surname, it is also derived from a Middle English Miles form of Michael.

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United States Miles Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #342
Frequency 81,933 people (30.37 per 100k)
Ethnic Distribution
White 63.61% Hispanic 1.59% Black 31.8% Asian/PI 0.43% Native Am. 0.81% Two+ 1.76%

United Kingdom Miles Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #1483
Frequency 0.05% of population

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