Milo vs Steven

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
Nicknames
Mi

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Popularity Comparison

Milo Rank #120
Steven Rank #269

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 vs #269 for Steven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Milo ___

  • Milo James
  • Milo Thomas
  • Milo Reid
  • Milo Fox
  • Milo Bear
  • Milo Gray

Steven ___

  • Steven James
  • Steven Michael
  • Steven Allen
  • Steven Paul
  • Steven Ray
  • Steven Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Milo

Arlo Finn Piper Luna Hazel

If you choose Steven

Kevin Brian Michelle Karen Jennifer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milo or Steven more popular?

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Milo and Steven mean?

Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Milo and Steven boy or girl names?

Milo is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.

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