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Milagro

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Pronounced mee-LAH-groh /miˈlɑː.ɡroʊ/High

Meaning: miracle, wonderHigh

In 30 seconds: Milagro is a beautiful Spanish name meaning miracle from the Latin miraculum. A deeply devotional name widely used across Latin America and Catholic communities.
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Origin HighSpanish, Latin
Meaningmiracle, wonder
U.S. rank (2025)#3558 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births43 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,871

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419512025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Milagro derives from the Spanish word for miracle, from Latin miraculum. It is used as a feminine given name in Catholic Hispanic cultures.

Milagro is popular across Latin America, particularly in Mexico, Argentina, and Bolivia.

Did you know? The Spanish milagro comes from Latin miraculum (wonder) — also giving English the word miracle — a name bridging Spanish devotion and Latin literary heritage.
Overall data confidence 95%
Oxford Spanish Dictionary — reference for MilagroBehind the Name: Milagros — name etymology reference

Variations

MilagrosMilaMili

Nicknames

MilaMili

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Frequently Asked

What does Milagro mean?

Milagro means miracle or wonder, from Spanish milagro, from Latin miraculum.

How do you pronounce Milagro?

Milagro is pronounced mee-LAH-groh (/miˈlɑː.ɡroʊ/), with three syllables.

Is Milagro a girl's name?

Yes, Milagro is used as a feminine name in Spanish-speaking Catholic communities.

How popular is the name Milagro?

Milagro is popular across Latin America, particularly in Mexico, Argentina, and Bolivia.

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