MallowbyNames

Milta

MIL-tah · Of uncertain origin

Peak popularity
1956
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Milta since 1927

Babies named Milta per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481219602000Most births 1956Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1920s5
1930s0
1940s14
1950s82
1960s55
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Milta is a remarkably rare name in the United States. First recorded in 1927, it never entered the top 1000 and has maintained a stable, low usage ever since. Its peak year was 1956, when it saw its highest frequency, but the name remains obscure. The rarity of Milta, combined with its unclear etymology, suggests it may be a modern invention or a variant spelling of a more common name. Without a clear origin or notable bearers, Milta stands out primarily for its uniqueness and vintage 1950s association.

Milta is a rare name of uncertain origin. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1927 and saw its highest usage in 1956, but it has never been common. The name may be a variant of the Spanish or Portuguese name Milta, itself possibly a diminutive of names like Emilia or Camila, or an invented name. Its sporadic use in the United States suggests it was likely a modern coinage or a respelling without deep historical roots.

Sibling names for Milta

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Milta mean?
The meaning of Milta is uncertain. It may be a variant of other names or a modern invented name, but no definitive meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Milta?
Milta is extremely rare. It peaked in 1956 with its highest recorded usage, but it has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 in any year and remains uncommon.
Is Milta a boy or girl name?
Milta is primarily used as a girl's name, based on historical U.S. Social Security data.