Origin and Meaning of Mila

Gracious, favor

Origin: Slavic - Derived from the Slavic word 'mil', which means 'gracious' or 'dear'. It can also be considered a diminutive of names like Milena or Ludmila.

• Mila is a popular name in various cultures and gained significant popularity in the English-speaking world over the last two decades.
• In Slavic countries, Mila is often associated with traditional names such as Milena, and it has variants in several languages, including Milla (Spanish) and Milah (Hebrew).
• Notable bearers of the name include actress Mila Kunis and singer Mila J, both of whom have contributed to the name's popularity.
• The name Mila saw a significant rise in popularity in the United States, becoming particularly common from the early 2010s onwards, often ranking within the top 100 names for girls.
• Mila is often used as a shorthand or affectionate form of longer names like Milena, Camila, or even Mily, making it versatile and trendy.