From Milan, Italy; or favored, gracious
Milani is primarily a place-name derivative of Milan, referring to the stylish Italian city. In some contexts, it is also considered a variation of the Slavic root 'mil' meaning gracious or dear. It has gained significant popularity in the United States as a rhythmic, modern alternative to names like Melanie or Milana.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Pathfinder
The namesake of the popular American cosmetics brand Milani Cosmetics
