✦ NAME PROFILE ✦

Miller

/ MIL-er /

unisex

Meaning

Grinder of grain; mill keeper

Origin

English

Miller is an English occupational surname for someone who worked in a grain mill. It is part of the massive trend for occupational surnames used as given names (like Harper or Archer). It entered the given name charts in the 21st century, appreciated for its friendly, approachable sound and its sturdy, traditional roots.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Miller.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers

ISTJ

15.2%

ISFJ

13.8%

ESTJ

11.45%

ESFJ

10.1%

ISTP

9.4%

ISFP

8.75%

ESTP

7.6%

ESFP

6.8%

ENTP

5.4%

ENFP

4.3%

ENFJ

3.1%

INFJ

1.7%

INTJ

1.1%

INTP

0.8%

INFP

0.4%

ENTJ

0.1%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Miller is seen as 'wholesome' and 'sturdy'. It has a gentle, accessible quality. It was famously chosen by Stella McCartney for her son, which helped give the name a chic, modern edge. It remains a stylish and versatile choice for both boys and girls.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

Miller Williams

Famous American poet and professor (1930–2015)

Miller Barber

Professional American golfer (1931–2013)

Miller Huggins

Famous American MLB player and manager (1879–1929)

Sibling Names

Goes well with

Boys

Sawyer Cooper Brooks Miles Graham

Girls

Harper Piper Sloane Hadley Maisie