Mila
Meaning: Gracious; dear; favored
Origin: Slavic — from the root mil (grace, favor, dear), common across Czech, Russian, Polish, and South Slavic traditions
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #167
Total births: 2,861
History: Mila surged in the 2010s-2020s as one of Australia's hottest names. The Slavic name gained Hollywood visibility through Mila Kunis. Mila represents the global pop culture influence on Australian naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #21 |
| Babies named Mila in 2025 | 195 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,861 |
| Peak year | 2020 (244 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #18 |
| Years in records | 2011–2025 (15 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Mila
What does the name Mila mean?
Mila means “Gracious; dear; favored” from Slavic — from the root mil (grace, favor, dear), common across Czech, Russian, Polish, and South Slavic traditions roots.
What is the origin of the name Mila?
Mila has Slavic — from the root mil (grace, favor, dear), common across Czech, Russian, Polish, and South Slavic traditions origin. The traditional meaning is “Gracious; dear; favored”.
How popular is Mila in Australia?
Mila ranked #21 in Australia in 2025 — given to 195 babies that year.
When was Mila most popular?
Mila peaked in 2020 with 244 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Mila a boy or girl name?
Mila is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Milas in registered births are female.
How long has Mila been recorded in Australia?
Mila appears in birth records in Australia across 15 years — from 2011 through 2025.