"dear, gracious, beloved"
Origin: Old Slavic mil
Language: Czech
Mylan
Pronunciation: [ m-EYEL-uhn ]
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"middle of the plain (city name)"
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The Story of Mylan
Mylan is a variant spelling of Milan, derived from the Old Slavic element 'mil' meaning 'dear, gracious, beloved.' The city of Milan (Milano) in Italy takes its name from Latin/Celtic roots, but the personal name Milan/Mylan comes through Slavic languages where 'mil' is a common name element. The 'y' spelling makes the name feel more distinctly modern and English-friendly.
Mylan has grown as an alternative spelling of Milan in the United States, appealing to parents who love the city of Milan and its associations with fashion, sophistication, and European flair, but want a spelling that's more phonetically intuitive in English. Names with the -lan ending (Dylan, Nolan, Ryan) have all been popular in recent decades.
The name Milan carries enormous cultural cachet as one of the world's great cities — the fashion and design capital of Italy. Slavic parents have used Milan as a given name for centuries, carrying meanings of grace and belovedness.
Historical Record
Mylan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 1,339 babies have been named Mylan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mylan is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,719 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Beyoncé and Jay-Z named their son Sir Carter and daughter Blue Ivy, but Milan is the name of Shakira's son with Gerard Piqué
- Milan is one of the most common given names across Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Serbia
- The city Milan (Milano) takes its name from the Latin 'Mediolanum' meaning 'in the middle of the plain'
Mylan in Other Languages
Czech
Milan
Polish
Milan
Slovak
Milan
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Milano
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Milan
Popularity Over Time
#1,719
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Milan Kundera
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,719
- Total SSA Count
- 97
- Cultural Origins
- Czech Slavic American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mylan
What does the name Mylan mean?
"dear, gracious, beloved" (from Old Slavic mil). "middle of the plain (city name)" (from Latin Mediolanum). Mylan is a variant spelling of Milan, derived from the Old Slavic element 'mil' meaning 'dear, gracious, beloved.' The city of Milan (Milano) in Italy takes its name from Latin/Celtic roots, but the personal name Milan/Mylan comes through Slavic languages where 'mil' is a common name element. The 'y' spelling makes the name feel more distinctly modern and English-friendly.
What is the origin of the name Mylan?
Mylan has Old Slavic mil, Latin Mediolanum, Czech, Slavic, and American origins. In Old Slavic mil, it means "dear, gracious, beloved". In Latin Mediolanum, it means "middle of the plain (city name)".
Is Mylan a boy or girl name?
Mylan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1719. As a girl name, it is ranked #8635. Mylan is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mylan?
Mylan is pronounced m-EYEL-uhn.
How popular is the name Mylan?
Mylan is currently ranked #1719 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mylan?
Common nicknames for Mylan include Lan.
What are good middle names for Mylan?
Popular middle name pairings include Mylan James, Mylan Xavier, Mylan Andre, Mylan Lucas, Mylan Cole, Mylan Reid, and Mylan Grant.
What are good sibling names for Mylan?
Names that pair well with Mylan as siblings include Roman, Luca, Zara, Lyra, Caspian, Sienna, and Orion.
How many syllables does Mylan have?
Mylan has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mylan a common or rare name?
Mylan is an uncommon name, ranked #1719 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mylan
Mylan is a boy name with Czech, Slavic, and American origins . The name means "dear, gracious, beloved" in Old Slavic mil .
Is Mylan a boy or girl name? Mylan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,719 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,635. Mylan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mylan is currently ranked #1,719 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mylan has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EYEL-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mylan include My and Lan. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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