Gracious, dear, or favored
Milanii is a modern American elaboration of the Slavic root 'mil', meaning gracious or dear. It likely evolved as a stylized variant of the name Milani, influenced by the Hawaiian name Melani or the Italian city of Milan. The double 'i' ending adds a contemporary, unique flair to a name that conveys kindness and affection.
Less common today
Milanii isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,908 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
