Miloh

Boy Name #3,697 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A gracious name with ancient athletic glory

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Meaning & Origin

"gracious, merciful"

Origin: Slavic

Language: English

"mild, gentle"

Origin: Germanic

Language: German

The Story of Miloh

Miloh is a variant spelling of Milo, a name with two possible origins. It may derive from the Slavic mil meaning gracious or merciful, related to the word for grace found throughout Slavic languages. Alternatively it may come from the Germanic Milo, possibly related to mild or merciful. Both origins converge on the meaning of gentleness and grace.

Milo (and the variant Miloh) has risen sharply in English-speaking countries since the 2000s, driven by its friendly sound, literary associations, and celebrity use. Actress Liv Tyler named her son Milo in 2004, while the name also gained exposure through the cartoon Milo and Otis. The spelling Miloh gives it a slightly more distinctive look.

In Greek antiquity, Milo of Croton was a legendary wrestler of extraordinary strength, considered one of the greatest athletes of the ancient world. In Germanic history, various nobles and ecclesiastical figures bore the name. The modern resurgence reflects its pleasant, approachable sound.

Fun Facts

Milo of Croton was a 6th-century BC Greek wrestler who won 6 Olympic titles
The chocolate drink Milo is named after this ancient athlete
Milo has been rising in the top 100 boy names in several English-speaking countries

Miloh in Other Languages

Czech Milos

German Milo

Slovak Milos

Italian Milo

Serbian Milan

Famous People Named Miloh

Milo Ventimiglia

Actor

1977

American actor known for his roles in Heroes and This Is Us

Milo of Croton

Athlete

Ancient Greek wrestler from the 6th century BC who won six Olympic titles and was celebrated as the strongest man of ant...

Ancient Greek wrestler from the 6th century BC who won six Olympic titles and was celebrated as the strongest man of antiquity

Milo Fictional

Other

The adventurous young boy protagonist of the 1970 film Milo and Otis, who journeys through the wilderness with his cat c...

The adventurous young boy protagonist of the 1970 film Milo and Otis, who journeys through the wilderness with his cat companion

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #3,697
Total SSA Count: 30
Cultural Origins: English American Germanic Slavic
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Milo #120

Common Nicknames

Pairs Well With

Miloh James Miloh John Miloh Lee Miloh Alexander Miloh Thomas Miloh Reid

Sibling Names

Theo Leo Otis Cleo Arlo Olive

Also a Girl Name

Miloh is also used as a girl name, ranked #17779.

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Similar Names

Cleo Lee Leo Leon Silas Miles Milo Geo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Miloh

What does the name Miloh mean?

"gracious, merciful" (from Slavic). "mild, gentle" (from Germanic). Miloh is a variant spelling of Milo, a name with two possible origins. It may derive from the Slavic mil meaning gracious or merciful, related to the word for grace found throughout Slavic languages. Alternatively it may come from the Germanic Milo, possibly related to mild or merciful. Both origins converge on the meaning of gentleness and grace.

What is the origin of the name Miloh?

Miloh has Slavic, Germanic, English, and American origins. In Slavic, it means "gracious, merciful". In Germanic, it means "mild, gentle".

Is Miloh a boy or girl name?

Miloh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3697. As a girl name, it is ranked #17779. Miloh is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Miloh?

Miloh is currently ranked #3697 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Miloh?

Common nicknames for Miloh include Mi.

What are good middle names for Miloh?

Popular middle name pairings include Miloh James, Miloh John, Miloh Lee, Miloh Alexander, Miloh Thomas, and Miloh Reid.

What are good sibling names for Miloh?

Names that pair well with Miloh as siblings include Theo, Leo, Otis, Cleo, Arlo, and Olive.

How many syllables does Miloh have?

Miloh has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Miloh a common or rare name?

Miloh is an uncommon name, ranked #3697 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Miloh

Miloh is a boy name with English, American, Germanic, and Slavic origins . The name means "gracious, merciful" in Slavic .

Is Miloh a boy or girl name? Miloh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,697 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,779. Miloh is more commonly used as a boy name.

Miloh is currently ranked #3,697 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Miloh has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Miloh include Mi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Miloh include Milo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.