Derived from the Middle English 'Myri', meaning 'sea', the forename Myers is of English origin. It was traditionally used as a surname before evolving into a given name. Myers is also an occupational surname, originally bestowed upon individuals who were sea captains or sailors.
The name Myers experienced a significant rise in popularity over the past century, with a notable surge starting around the year 2015. Between 1913 and 2014, the annual number of births for girls named Myers ranged from 5 to 17, with most years falling between 5 and 10. However, beginning in 2015, there was a dramatic increase, with the number of births reaching 17 that year, 25 in 2016, and peaking at 32 in 2023. This trend suggests that Myers has become increasingly favored as a baby girl's name in recent years.