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Miley
MEYE-lee
Miley (name) means a feminine given name and surname, popularized by the American singer Miley Cyrus. Example: “The little girl said she wanted to be called Miley from now on.”
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A feminine given name and surname, popularized by the American singer Miley Cyrus.
"The little girl said she wanted to be called Miley from now on."
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Etymology
Popularized as a first name by singer Miley Ray Cyrus, whose nickname originated from "smiley."
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What does “Miley” mean?
The word “Miley” means a feminine given name and surname, popularized by the American singer Miley Cyrus.
How do you pronounce “Miley”?
“Miley” is pronounced MEYE-lee (/ˈmaɪli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Miley” in a sentence?
Here is “Miley” used in a sentence: “The little girl said she wanted to be called Miley from now on.”
What part of speech is “Miley”?
“Miley” is a name.
Is “Miley” a common word?
“Miley” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is "Miley" a traditional given name or a modern one?
"Miley" is a relatively modern given name that became widely recognized through its association with the American singer Miley Cyrus, rather than having a long history of prior use.
Is "Miley" typically a girl's name or a boy's name?
"Miley" is used almost exclusively as a feminine given name, most commonly given to women and girls.
Can "Miley" also be used as a surname?
Yes, in addition to functioning as a given name, "Miley" also occurs as a surname.
