Miller

Miller is a common surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "mylen," meaning "mill," and refers to a person who worked in a mill. The name is widespread in English-speaking countries and has various notable bearers.

Notable People Named Miller

• Arthur Miller (1915–2005) - An American playwright and essayist, known for works such as Death of a Salesman and The Crucible.
• Glenn Miller (1904–1944) - An American big-band trombonist, arranger, composer, and bandleader in the swing era.
• Henry Miller (1891–1980) - An American writer known for his controversial works such as Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.
• Sienna Miller (born 1981) - A British-American actress, known for her roles in films such as Factory Girl and American Sniper.
• Reggie Miller (born 1965) - A retired American professional basketball player who played his entire 18-year career with the Indiana Pacers.

Fictional Characters

• Barney Miller - The title character of the American television sitcom Barney Miller, which aired from 1975 to 1982.
• Dennis Miller - A character in the American television series Dennis the Menace.

Places Named Miller

• Miller, South Dakota - A city in and the county seat of Hand County, South Dakota, United States.
• Miller County, Arkansas - A county located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Arkansas.

Other Uses

• Miller Brewing Company - An American beer brewing company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
• Miller cycle - A type of internal combustion engine cycle.

See Also

• Miller (disambiguation)
• Mill (disambiguation)
• Miller's Crossing - A 1990 American neo-noir gangster film by the Coen brothers.

References in Popular Culture

• Miller's Ale House - A casual dining restaurant chain in the United States.
• Miller's Planet - A fictional planet in the 2014 film Interstellar.

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