Milo
Milo is a boys' name of German origin meaning “soldier, merciful.” It ranked #82 in the United States in 2025. Milo has Germanic roots possibly meaning 'soldier' or 'merciful.
how do you pronounce Milo?
MY-loh
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what does Milo mean?
The name Milo means “soldier, merciful.” It comes from the German language tradition.
Milo has Germanic roots possibly meaning 'soldier' or 'merciful.' The ancient Greek athlete Milo of Croton was legendary for his strength. The animated film 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire' and its friendly sound drive its modern climb.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #82 |
| 2023 | #90 |
| 2022 | #101 |
| 2021 | #115 |
| 2020 | #134 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Milo?
- Milo Ventimiglia (American actor)
- Milo of Croton (ancient Greek wrestler)
- Milo Thatch (Atlantis character)
what names are similar to Milo?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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