Mila
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Gracious; Dear; Princess
Background: The name Mila originates from the Slavic element 'mil,' which translates to 'gracious' or 'dear.' In Latin, the name is often associated with 'miles,' meaning 'soldier.' Additionally, Mila can be linked to the Hebrew name 'Miriam,' which means 'princess.' This multifaceted background results in a name that conveys tenderness and strength.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#437
Total births
79,746
Most popular decade
2010s
(132,456 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+39 ranks)
Years in Top 100
12
First recorded year
1881
Gender usage
0.1% male
99.9% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 2012
- First year births
- 7
- First year rank
- #9,708
- Peak year
- 2023
- Peak year births
- 11
- Peak rank
- #7,285
- Most recent year
- 2023
- Recent year births
- 11
- Recent rank
- #7,285
Female
- First year
- 1881
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #830
- Peak year
- 2018
- Peak year births
- 8,167
- Peak rank
- #14
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 5,472
- Recent rank
- #33
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).