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Milo vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Milo Rank #120
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #120 for Milo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milo or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Milo at #120 in the United States.

What do Milo and John mean?

Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Milo and John boy or girl names?

Milo is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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