Girl · 28th of 30,306
Mila
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
79,746
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2018
Peak Popularity Year
8,172
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Mila stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Mila is a name with Slavic roots, meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'. It has evolved from older forms like Milena and Miloslav. The name conveys traits of kindness and affection, and it has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently perceived as modern and elegant.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːlə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Mila is derived from the Slavic element 'mil', meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'. It is often associated with the word 'milos', which translates to 'love'.
Meaning
gracious, dear, love
Language Evolution
Mila (modern usage), Milena (older form), Miloslava (historical variant)
Historical Usage
Mila gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Slavic countries, and has since spread to other cultures as a trendy name.
Variants & Derivatives
Milena, Mille, Milly
Modern Popularity & Image
Mila is viewed as a modern, elegant name that carries a positive and affectionate connotation.
Famous People
Mila Kunis, Mila Jovovich, Mila Doi
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,172 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22197th of 24088 | 7 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9975th of 23106 | 75 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2268th of 9107 | 266 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2237th of 9204 | 266 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2289th of 12526 | 445 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3164th of 19264 | 348 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4911th of 27321 | 283 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 556th of 35406 | 8,379 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28th of 30306 | 69,637 |