Milos

At a Glance: Name: Milos – Meaning: gracious, dear one – Origin: Slavic – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: MEE-losh

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Milos is a Slavic name meaning "gracious, dear one." It's not a name you hear often today, but U.S. Social Security records show it's been in use for over a century, going back to at least 1920. If you like a name with a clear, warm meaning behind it, Milos delivers exactly that.

Meaning & Origin of Milos

Meaning: Gracious, dear one.

Origin: Slavic.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Milos

Phonetic: MEE-losh   IPA: /ˈmiːlɔːʃ/

Popularity of Milos

Milos was actually a bit more common a hundred years ago than it is now: it hit its peak at #4183 in 1924 with 6 babies given the name, while in 2024 it ranked #9548 with 8 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1920–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Milos mean?

Gracious, dear one. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Milos)

How do you pronounce Milos?

Milos is pronounced MEE-losh (IPA: /ˈmiːlɔːʃ/).

Is Milos a popular name right now?

Milos peaked at #4183 in 1924 and is ranked #9548 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1920–2024.)

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