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Milana

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Pronounced mih-LAH-nah /mɪˈlɑː.nə/High

Meaning: Gracious, kind, or dear; the feminine form of Milan, from the Old Slavic root mil meaning grace, favor, or beloved, with the Italian connection to the city of Milan adding glamorous resonanceHigh

In 30 seconds: Milana is the feminine Slavic form of Milan meaning gracious or dear, combining the root mil (beloved) with the Latinate -ana ending, a three-syllable name that also carries the glamorous resonance of Italy's fashion capital.
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Origin HighSlavic, Italian
MeaningGracious, kind, or dear; the feminine form of Milan, from the Old Slavic root mil meaning grace, favor, or beloved, with the Italian connection to the city of Milan adding glamorous resonance
U.S. rank (2025)#812 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births336 girls (0.02% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 7,026

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201519472025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Milana is the feminine elaboration of Milan, from the Old Slavic root mil meaning gracious, kind, or beloved. The -ana suffix is a common Latinate feminine ending, producing names like Adriana, Viviana, and Juliana. The name circulates in both Slavic countries and in Italian communities, where it evokes the fashion capital of northern Italy.

Milana is used in Serbia, Croatia, and other Slavic countries as a full feminine given name, and has been gaining ground in the United States and other Western countries. Its melodic three-syllable flow and Italian-Slavic cross-cultural appeal make it attractive to parents of various backgrounds.

Did you know? Milana Vayntrub, the American actress and activist best known as Lily the AT&T spokeswoman and for her role in the Marvel series She-Hulk, has given the name significant American pop-culture visibility, making Milana feel simultaneously fashionable and approachable.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name — Milana — Slavic etymology and usageU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

MilaniMilannaMilan

Nicknames

MilaLanaMillie

Famous Bearers

  • ★Milana Vayntrub (1987–present)
    American actress and activist best known as Lily the AT&T spokeswoman, also known for her role in the Marvel series She-Hulk.

If you like Milana…

Milan— the male source name and closest variant sharing the exact same root
Milani— the -i ending variant of the same name popular in the United States
Adriana— same three-syllable Latinate -ana ending with Slavic-Italian crossover warmth
Alana— shares the three-syllable -lana ending and graceful multinational appeal

Frequently Asked

What does the name Milana mean?

Milana means gracious, kind, or dear, from the Old Slavic root mil through the feminine form of Milan.

How do you pronounce Milana?

It is said mih-LAH-nah, three syllables with stress on the second.

Is Milana the same as Milan?

Milana is the feminine elaboration of Milan, sharing the same Slavic root but adding the -ana suffix to create a distinctly feminine form.

Is Milana a popular name?

Milana is rising in the United States, boosted by actress Milana Vayntrub and by the name's beautiful three-syllable sound.