Mila
Fact sheet
- Name
- Mila
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Mila is female and represents the meanings "the lovable," "the pleasant," or "the friendly." The origin of the name is found in the Old Slavic word milŭ (милъ), which means "dear," "pleasant," "friendly," or "precious."
What does the name Mila mean?
Mila is a female first name meaning "the lovable," "the pleasant," or "the friendly." The name derives from the Old Slavic term milŭ (милъ), which means "dear," "pleasant," "friendly," or "precious." In Slavic countries, Mila is often a short form of names like Emilie ("the diligent"), Ludmila ("the beloved by the people"), or Miloslava ("the glorious"). Occasionally, Mila is also used as a short form of the Arabic name Jamila ("the beautiful"). Variants of the name include Mile, Milla, and Milli. Over time, numerous derivatives such as Miliane, Milana, Milena, Milina, and Milene have emerged. Until the year 2000, Mila was relatively rare in Germany, but it has developed into one of the most popular girls' names in recent years.
Where does the name Mila come from?
The name Mila has its roots in Old Slavic and means "the lovable" or "the friendly."
How do you pronounce Mila?
The name Mila is perceived as two syllables and soft. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as "Mi-la" [ˈmiːla], with the first syllable having a long "i," which gives it a bright sound quality. The open "a" at the end provides a gentle finish to the name. Mila has a modern, feminine sound that feels lively and present.
When is the name day of Mila?
The name day for Mila is celebrated on September 16.
Popularity
In Germany, Mila was found in the lower regions of the rankings for many years. From the late 1930s until well into the second half of the 20th century, Mila was mostly a rare name that only occasionally stood out. It is only since the 1990s, particularly since the 2000s, that the popularity of Mila has significantly changed.
Nicknames & pet names
Mali / Malina / Mi / Michen / Miel / Mieli / Mila Maus / Mila-Maus / Milanki / Milchen / Milcia / Mile / Milenchen / MIles / Milfi / Mili / Milica / Milka / Mill / Milla / Milli / Milli Maus / Milly / Milo / Milosh / Milou / Mim / Mimi / Minu / Mirco / Mischu / Müllja / Smilla
Similar first names
Famous people
- Mila (book character from FRECHE MÄDCHEN)
- Mila (character from 'Berlin Tag und Nacht')
- Mila Andric (Serbian hurdler)
- Mila Aung-Thwin (film director from Canada)
- Mila Beck (German film director)
- Mila Böhning (German actress)
- Mila Burmeister (character from the TV series 'Schloss Einstein')
- Mila D. Aguilar (Filipino writer)
- Mila Del Sol (actress from the Philippines)
- Mila Elegovic (Croatian actress)
- Mila Haugova (Hungarian poet)
- Mila Hermanovski (American designer)
- Mila Horvat (TV presenter from Croatia)
- Mila Kopp (actress from Austria)
- Mila Kostadinovic (actress from Germany)
- Mila Kühnel (Austrian theater actress)
- Mila Kunis (American-Ukrainian actress)
- Mila Miletic (Serbian model)
- Mila Parely (actress from France)
- Mila Pavicevic (South Korean writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mila
What does the name Mila mean?
Mila means 'the lovable' or 'the friendly' and has its roots in Old Slavic. The name is derived from the word milŭ, which means 'dear' or 'pleasant.'
What gender is the name Mila?
Mila is a traditional girl's name and is predominantly used for female children.
Are there suitable nicknames for Mila?
Yes, there are a variety of affectionate nicknames for Mila, such as Mali, Malina, Mili, and Mila Mouse, which can be creatively and personally designed.
How is the name Mila pronounced?
The name Mila is generally pronounced as 'Mila,' with the 'i' sounding like in 'mouse.' The spelling is simple and clear, making the use of the name easy.