Milena
Milena first appears in US records in 1918. It peaked in 2019, when 428 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 271.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Milena popular?
Rising Milena has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 2,083 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,218 | |
| 2000s | 1,351 | |
| 1990s | 457 | |
| 1980s | 239 | |
| 1970s | 231 | |
| 1960s | 94 | |
| 1950s | 39 | |
| 1940s | 26 | |
| 1920s | 6 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Milena mean?
Milena comes from the Slavic mil, “gracious,” “dear” or “loving.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Milena mean?
Milena means Gracious, dear. Milena comes from the Slavic mil, “gracious,” “dear” or “loving.”
What is the origin of the name Milena?
Milena is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Milena?
Milena is pronounced “mee-LEH-nah.”
Is Milena a boy or a girl name?
Milena is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Milena a popular name right now?
Milena has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Milena?
In 2025, Milena ranked #950 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Milena most popular?
Milena was most popular in 2019, when about 428 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Milena?
Names similar to Milena include Zora, Ivana, Katya, Nadya, Yana.
What names go well with Milena?
Slavic names that pair well with Milena include Mila, Vera, Nadia, Milan, Danica.