"gracious, merciful"
Origin: Slavic
Language: English
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"mild, gentle"
Origin: Germanic
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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.
Historical Record
Miloh first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 343 babies have been named Miloh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Miloh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,697 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#3,697
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Miloh
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Milo Ventimiglia
Actor
1977
American actor known for his roles in Heroes and This Is Us
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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
M
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
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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
Common Nicknames
Mi
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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 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.
What boy names are similar to Miloh?
Are there other spellings for Miloh?
Related spellings include Milo.
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.
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