Declining since 2009, #1,540 for girls today.
Popularity of Milagros since 1933
Babies named Milagros per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 175 |
| 1950s | 1,210 |
| 1960s | 1,594 |
| 1970s | 1,184 |
| 1980s | 842 |
| 1990s | 763 |
| 2000s | 1,985 |
| 2010s | 1,777 |
| 2020s | 917 |
Meaning & origin
Milagros is a name with deep religious roots, directly translating to 'miracles.' First recorded in the United States in 1933, the name saw a significant rise in popularity during the 2000s, peaking in 2008. Since 2009, its usage has steadily declined, dropping to rank 1540 in 2025, where 1 in 11,732 girls received the name. Its highest concentration has been in states with large Hispanic populations, notably Washington, Texas, and California. The name continues to carry a strong cultural and spiritual significance, often chosen by families who feel a specific miracle or answered prayer is connected to the child. This devotional name remains a meaningful choice within Spanish-speaking communities.
Milagros is the Spanish word for 'miracles,' derived from Latin 'miraculum.' The name originated as a reference to the Virgin Mary under the title 'Nuestra Señora de los Milagros' (Our Lady of Miracles), a devotion particularly strong in Latin America and Spain. It became used as a given name in Spanish-speaking countries, often chosen to express gratitude for a miraculous event or pregnancy. The name gained popularity in the United States among Hispanic families, especially in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Where Milagros is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mila, Mili, Lala, Grosita
Variants: Milagro, Milagra
Sibling names for Milagros
Names that share Milagros's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Socorro, Consuelo, Esperanza, Dolores, Perla, Rosario, Gricelda, Migdalia, Altagracia, Damary, Lazara, Felicidad, Fiorela, Ivelise, Maripaz, Providencia, Remedios, Sagrario, Yuleidy
Brothers: Jesus, Salvador, Manuel, Angel, Cruz, Inocencio, Jeovanny, Prudencio, Estanislao, Onofre, Perfecto, Ceferino, Frutoso
