Names Starting With M
GirlSlavic#13 in 2025
Mila
Mila is a girls' name of Slavic origin meaning “gracious, dear, beloved.” It ranked #13 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
MEE-luh
meaning & origin
The name Mila means “gracious, dear, beloved.” It comes from the Slavic language tradition.
A Slavic name derived from the root 'milu' meaning gracious or dear. It is a common standalone name and short form of Slavic names like Milena and Milomir. Its rise in the US was accelerated by actress Mila Kunis.
popularity over time
#202020
#182021
#162022
#142023
#132024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #13 |
| 2023 | #14 |
| 2022 | #16 |
| 2021 | #18 |
| 2020 | #20 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Mila
- Mila Kunis (actress)
- Mila (daughter of Hilary Duff)
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