Miliana sits next to 4 phonetic neighbors — Liliana, Viviana, and Milena are the closest matches by sound. Most share Miliana's Italian-origin cluster, so the rhythm and vowel shape carry across the list.
You searched for names like
"gracious, dear, beloved (via Slavic mila)"
"torch, bright one"
"dry land, ground"
"little warrior, warlike"
"of the ancient Armenian kingdom Nairi"
"of noble birth"
"from Lourdes, place of miracles"
"noble, aristocratic"
"angels, of the angels, divine messengers"
"bright, clear, famous"
"clear ice, rock crystal"
"bitter, sea of bitterness"
"evening star"
"priceless, of inestimable worth"
"bright fame"
"admirable"
"gift from God"
"modern Caribbean feminine name (creative construction)"
"youthful, soft-haired (from Julia/Julius)"
Similar sound: These names share phonetic patterns with Miliana — similar vowel sounds, consonant clusters, or rhythm.
Shared roots: Several names on this list have Slavic origins, giving them the same cultural heritage as Miliana.
Rhythm: Miliana is a 4-syllable name. Names with the same syllable count tend to feel interchangeable when you're narrowing your list.