Milan
Milan is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Gracious, dear, or beloved.
Origin and history
Milan is a name of Slavic origin derived from the element 'mil', meaning gracious, dear, or beloved. Historically popular across Slavic-speaking countries in Europe, it has gained substantial popularity in the United States in recent years. Today, it stands as a stylish, modern choice for boys with an international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
18,608 babies in the United States have been named Milan since 1880. It ranks #861 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #288.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.8 %)
- FL (12 %)
- TX (10.4 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 479 |
| 1920-1930 | 881 |
| 1930-1940 | 617 |
| 1940-1950 | 529 |
| 1950-1960 | 537 |
| 1960-1970 | 432 |
| 1970-1980 | 451 |
| 1980-1990 | 439 |
| 1990-2000 | 831 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,248 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,073 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,056 |
Famous people named Milan
- Milan Kundera: Writer, Novelist
- Milan Škriniar: Athlete, Professional Footballer
- Milan Lucic: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Slavic root word 'mil', which forms the base of many classical names in Eastern Europe.
- While historically rare in the United States, Milan has seen a significant surge in popularity since 2020.