Find out how popular the first name Milyana has been for the last 6 years (from 2015 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Milyana by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Milyana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Milyana.

The history of the first name Milyana

The name Milyana is a relatively modern name that emerged in the late 20th century. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the Slavic name Milan and the Greek name Ilyana. Milan is a Slavic name derived from the Slavic word 'mil,' meaning 'gracious' or 'dear,' while Ilyana is a feminine form of the Greek name Elias, meaning 'the Lord is my God.'

The earliest recorded use of the name Milyana is from the late 1970s, when it started gaining popularity in several Eastern European countries, particularly in Russia and Ukraine. However, its origins and the exact reason for its creation remain unclear.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Milyana is Milyana Vasileva, a Bulgarian singer born in 1979. She gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s with her pop and folk music.

Another notable individual named Milyana is Milyana Dravić, a Serbian actress born in 1989. She has appeared in several Serbian films and television shows, gaining recognition for her performances.

In the United States, one of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Milyana is Milyana Zhukova, a Russian-American ballerina born in 1989. She has performed with various ballet companies and has been praised for her technical skills and artistry.

Milyana Aleksandrova is a Russian gymnast born in 1992. She has represented Russia in international competitions and won several medals, including gold at the 2010 European Women's Artistic Gymnastics Championships.

Another notable individual named Milyana is Milyana Navasardian, an Armenian-American writer and activist born in 1981. She has written extensively on issues related to human rights, social justice, and the Armenian diaspora.

While the name Milyana is relatively new and its origins are not entirely clear, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in Eastern Europe and among certain immigrant communities in the United States and other countries.

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