Milas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Milas originates from Greek, meaning 'young one' or 'calf.' It has evolved through forms such as Milasios and has gained popularity in the 20th century. The name carries traits of cultural richness and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Milas"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪləs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Milas is derived from the Greek name 'Milas,' which is associated with the word for 'calf' or 'young one.'
Meaning
young one, calf
Language Evolution
Milas, Milasios, Milasios
Historical Usage
The name Milas gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in regions with Greek influence.
Variants & Derivatives
Milos, Milan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Milas is often viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, appreciated for its Greek roots.
Famous People
Milas J. Stojanovic, a notable figure in modern Greek literature., Milas K. Papadopoulos, known for contributions to Greek history.
📊 Milas Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Milas Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Milas"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Milas"
"Milas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2412th of 7545 | 184 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2772nd of 6773 | 138 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3771st of 7552 | 83 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12845th of 16616 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12998th of 23106 | 41 |
Regional Popularity of "Milas" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
77.22% 1827th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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95.07% 2237th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Milas" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Milas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Milas" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Milas" in the United States
The name Milas is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Milas has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Milas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2412th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2772nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3771st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12998th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Milas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.