Rising since 2001, #1,962 for girls today.
Popularity of Mileena since 1994
Babies named Mileena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 258 |
| 2000s | 279 |
| 2010s | 872 |
| 2020s | 689 |
Meaning & origin
Mileena first appeared on the U.S. Social Security list in 1994, and its trajectory has been consistently upward since 2001. It reached its peak popularity in 2021, and in 2025 it ranked 1962 nationwide with a rarity of 1 in 16,401 births. The name is most common in Ohio, Texas, and California, suggesting a broad geographic spread. While its exact origins are debated, its modern sound and resemblance to established names like Milena likely contribute to its appeal for parents seeking a distinct yet familiar choice.
Mileena first appeared in the United States in the 1990s and is likely a modern coinage. It may be a variant of the Slavic name Milena, meaning 'gracious' or 'dear,' but its rise in usage coincides with the popularity of the Mortal Kombat video game franchise, which introduced a character named Mileena in 1992. The name entered the U.S. Social Security data in 1994 and has since gained steady usage, particularly as a feminine name.
Where Mileena is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mila, Lena, Mimi
Sibling names for Mileena
Names that share Mileena's style, for a brother or sister.
