Slavic girl name

Mila Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Mila means dear, gracious. From the Slavic element mil, meaning dear, gracious or loved.

Mila comes from the Slavic element mil, meaning dear or gracious, and appears across Slavic languages both alone and as part of longer names such as Milena and Ludmila. It has also been taken up in English-speaking countries, where its simple, open sound and its similarity to Mia have helped it spread quickly. Mila is gentle, international and easy to pronounce without explanation.

Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.

How to pronounce Mila

MEE·lah

Mila has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.

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Variants of Mila

MillaMilenaMilica

A well-known Mila

Mila Kunis.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mila mean?

Mila means "dear, gracious". From the Slavic element mil, meaning dear, gracious or loved.

How do you pronounce Mila?

Mila is pronounced MEE-lah.

What is the origin of Mila?

Mila is a Slavic girl name.

How many syllables are in Mila?

Mila has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.

What are other spellings of Mila?

Other spellings and forms include Milla, Milena, Milica.