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Milla

MIL-ah

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

The Story of Milla

This name whispers 'gracious' and 'dear' from across centuries and continents, a gentle embrace waiting to be given.

Milla has a multifaceted heritage, often traced to Slavic roots meaning 'gracious' or 'dear.' It also appears as a diminutive for names like the Latin Camilla, meaning 'attendant at a religious ceremony,' or the Slavic Ludmilla. This convergence of meanings suggests elegance and kindness, a name that traveled from ancient lands through European cultures, gaining a soft, modern appeal.

There's a soft elegance to the sound of 'Milla,' a gentle grace that feels natural on your tongue. When you imagine writing it on your child's birth announcement, it feels polished and thoughtful. This name carries an innate warmth, a suggestion of a gracious spirit and a dear heart, reflecting the deep affection you already feel for your little one.

What It Means

Milla can be of Slavic origin, meaning 'gracious' or 'dear', or a diminutive of names like Camilla (Latin, 'attendant at a religious ceremony') or Ludmilla. It suggests loveliness.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Milla Jovovich

    Actress, model, and singer.

Personality Traits

GraciousLovelyCharmingElegant

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#144 in 2011

Total Births

2,096

First Recorded

1892

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