Milo
Milo: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmaɪloʊ/
Meaning and origin of Milo
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
- An English surname originating as a patronymic transferred from the given name.
Etymology
A Latinate variant of Miles.
How popular is Milo?
Since 1880, 466 girls and 43,847 boys in the U.S. have been named Milo (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3395 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #119 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #119 for boys, with 2,995 babies given the name.
Names similar to Milo
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Milo FAQ
What does the name Milo mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages. An English surname originating as a patronymic transferred from the given name. A Latinate variant of Miles.
What is the origin of the name Milo?
Milo is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Milo?
Since 1880, 466 girls and 43,847 boys in the U.S. have been named Milo (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3395 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #119 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #119 for boys, with 2,995 babies given the name.
Is Milo a boy or girl name?
Milo is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 466 girls and 43,847 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.