Mila
girl name#43 in 2025Mila entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #14 in 2018, ranks #43 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1881–2025
#43
rank today
#14
peak (2018)
4,796
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1055 |
| 1890s | #1312 |
| 1900s | #1737 |
| 1910s | #2323 |
| 1920s | #2146 |
| 1930s | #2257 |
| 1940s | #2276 |
| 1950s | #2299 |
| 1960s | #2439 |
| 1970s | #3426 |
| 1980s | #4669 |
| 1990s | #4285 |
| 2000s | #1139 |
| 2010s | #97 |
| 2020s | #28 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mila has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 83,500 people named Mila are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mila is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mila in 2025?
- Mila ranks #43 among US girl names in 2025, with 4,796 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mila most popular?
- Mila peaked in 2018, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mila with classmates?
- Mila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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