Milo is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #119 in 2017 with 506 recorded births. This places Milo in the top 2% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 720 births ranking #80. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 532.5%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 638 boys born was named Milo. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Milo is a compact old name with a bright modern sound. Its deeper origin is debated, but it is commonly linked either with a soldier meaning through Latin interpretation or with older Germanic roots.
The name has been used in Europe for centuries and has become especially stylish again in recent years. Its popularity comes from sounding gentle, clever, and easy to say.