Milena
Milena: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Milena
Root meaning: “dear, kind”
- A female given name from the Slavic languages, masculine equivalent Milan.
Etymology
From Slavic, ultimately from Proto-Slavic *mìlъ (“dear, kind”).
How popular is Milena?
Since 1880, 7,749 girls in the U.S. have been named Milena. Its highest rank for girls was #678 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #950 for girls, with 271 babies given the name.
Names similar to Milena
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Slavic girl names
Sibling name ideas for Milena
Sister and brother names that share Milena's Slavic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Milena FAQ
What does the name Milena mean?
Milena traces back to a root meaning "dear, kind". A female given name from the Slavic languages, masculine equivalent Milan. From Slavic, ultimately from Proto-Slavic *mìlъ (“dear, kind”).
What is the origin of the name Milena?
Milena is listed as a name of Slavic origin.
How popular is the name Milena?
Since 1880, 7,749 girls in the U.S. have been named Milena. Its highest rank for girls was #678 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #950 for girls, with 271 babies given the name.
Is Milena a boy or girl name?
Milena is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,749 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.