Milan
Unisex name · Slavic · pronounced mee-LAN
Verified name
What does Milan mean?
Gracious or dear
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 233 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 269 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Milo, Mimi
Variant: Milano, Milena
Related: Mila, Milos
Using Milan across cultures
Slavic name and Italian fashion capital.
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