Declining since 2011, #3,780 for girls today.
Popularity of Milla since 1892
Babies named Milla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 12 |
| 1920s | 26 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 17 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 807 |
| 2010s | 908 |
| 2020s | 260 |
Meaning & origin
Milla is a name of uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of Camilla or a Slavic variant of Mila. Records show it first appeared in the U.S. in 1892, but it remained rare for decades. Its peak came in 2011, and since then its usage has been falling. In 2025, it ranked 3,780 with a 1-in-41,212 frequency. The name is most common in Texas and California. As a concise, melodic choice, Milla appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and distinctive, with roots in multiple cultures.
Milla may derive as a diminutive of Camilla, a name of Latin origin associated with the Roman mythological figure Camilla. Alternatively, it could be a Slavic short form of names like Mila or Milena, where 'mil-' means 'dear' or 'gracious'. The name gained modern usage internationally, particularly in the 20th century.
Where Milla is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Milla” around the world
Where Milla lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
60
babies in 2024
New Zealand
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mil, Milly
Sibling names for Milla
Names that share Milla's style, for a brother or sister.
