Mila
Mila is a Slavic name meaning 'gracious' or 'dear,' derived from the element 'mil' meaning pleasant or dear. It's also used as a diminutive of names like Milena or Ludmila in Eastern European cultures.
Current Popularity
#33 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Short and complete - doesn't require a nickname
- •Works well in multicultural settings
- •Has grown significantly in popularity in recent years
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Mila Kunis
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Mila Mulroney
Former First Lady of Canada
Statistics
79,664
Total births since 1880
2018
Peak year
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