Miliana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Miliana is an Italian name that means 'soldier', derived from 'Miliano', a diminutive form associated with the Latin word 'miles'. It has evolved through several historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name conveys traits of strength and femininity, and it does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Miliana"
Pronunciation
/ˌmɪlɪˈɑːnə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Miliana is derived from the Italian name 'Miliano', which is a diminutive form of names starting with 'Mil-', often associated with the Latin word 'miles' meaning 'soldier'.
Meaning
soldier
Language Evolution
Miliana, Miliano, Milius, Miles
Historical Usage
Miliana gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique and melodic names for their daughters.
Variants & Derivatives
Miliana, Milianae, Mili
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Miliana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Miliana Stankovic, Serbian singer, Miliana Sokolova, Russian actress
📊 Miliana Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Miliana Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 85 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Miliana"
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 of "Miliana"
"Miliana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7979th of 35406 | 220 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2680th of 30306 | 780 |
Regional Popularity of "Miliana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Miliana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
71.54% 5232nd/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
74.06% 3323rd/4487 |
43.39% 2960th/6822 |
33.00% 2071st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Miliana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Miliana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Miliana" in the United States
The name Miliana is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Miliana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Miliana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7979th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2680th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Miliana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.