Milan is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #894 in 2025 with 39 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 55 births ranking #727. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 550.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 6,494 girls born was named Milan. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Milan is a long-used Slavic name usually connected with warmth, favour, or graciousness. It is sleek and international while still rooted in older naming traditions.
The name has been common in several Slavic-speaking countries and later gained wider use beyond them. Its modern appeal comes from being simple, elegant, and easy to say.