Milani is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1079 in 2025 with 31 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 39 births ranking #899. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 8,170 girls born was named Milani. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Milani is a modern English name most plausibly linked to Milan, with some sources also noting possible influence from Melanie. It is better described as a recent created-style name than as a single old traditional form.
Behind the Name gives Milani a clearer route than the earlier broad draft: it is treated as a modern English name based on Milan, though a Melanie-style influence may also be present. That keeps the entry accurate without overstating certainty.