Milla - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Milla

MEE-lah'MEE-luh'2 syllables
🌐Slavic
Graceful

MEANING

GraciousDear

ORIGIN

Russian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Slavic word 'mil' meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a diminutive of names like Ludmila or Milena in Slavic cultures.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Has been used in Eastern Europe as a standalone name since the 20th century.

🇫🇮Finnish
Soft

MEANING

To strive or labor

ORIGIN

Finnish

ETYMOLOGY

Possibly derived from the Finnish word 'mieli' meaning 'mind' or 'spirit'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in Finland as an independent given name.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Gained popularity in Finland during the mid-20th century.

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