Milas
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- Name
- Milas
- Gender
- Boy name
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Milas is a modern masculine first name that represents a Danish variant of the name Milan. The literal translation of the name is 'the beloved', 'the friendly one', 'the amiable one', and 'the kind one'.
What does the name Milas mean?
The name Milas is a contemporary Danish form of Milan. Translated, it means 'the beloved', 'the friendly one', 'the amiable one', or 'the kind one' or 'the gracious one'. The origins of the name trace back to Old Slavic, derived from the word milŭ (милъ) or mil (мил), which means 'amiable', 'to love', 'dear', 'friendly', 'gracious', or 'precious'. Additionally, the name is also used in southwestern Turkey, where it may be a variation of the ancient Greek name Mylasos. Variants include Milano, Milann, Milanko, Milasin, and Milasi. Feminine forms include Milana, Milena, Milenna, Mylena, Mylana, Milanka, Milane, Millane, Milangela, Milanda, Milanja, and Milada.
Where does the name Milas come from?
The name Milas has Old Slavic roots and means 'the beloved'. In Old Slavic, the name is composed of milŭ or mil, which translates to friendly, dear, nice, pleasant, kind, loving, gracious, amiable, gentle, and mild. The name can be found in Danish, Slavic, and Turkish languages.
How do you pronounce Milas?
The pronunciation of Milas is two syllables and smooth. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'Mi-las' [ˈmiːlas], starting with a long I sound that gives it a certain brightness. The second syllable ends with a fine s sound. This concise ending gives the name a fresh touch. Milas feels modern and harmonious – a name that radiates clear structure and gentle dynamics.
When is the name day of Milas?
Milas celebrates his name day on April 9, April 21, and September 15.
Popularity
In Germany, Milas enjoys great popularity. The name currently ranks 427th on the list of the most common masculine first names. Its best placement was in 2023 at 400th place. Over the last ten years, Milas has been given as a first name about 1,100 times, placing it at 517th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 618th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mili
Similar first names
Famous people
- Milas Young (American politician)
Frequently asked questions about the name Milas
What does the name Milas mean?
The name Milas means 'the beloved', 'the friendly one', or 'the gracious one' and has roots in Old Slavic.
Where does the name Milas come from?
Milas has Old Slavic origins and is also common in Danish and Turkish.
How popular is the name Milas?
The name Milas is gaining popularity in various countries, especially in Denmark and Turkey.