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Milena

Girl name · 98 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Milena: 98 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 9 births in 2018.

Milena is a name of Slavic origin, derived from the root "mil," meaning "gracious" or "dear," and it shares that base with many related names across Eastern Europe. One of its most celebrated bearers was Milena Jesenská, the Czech journalist and translator who became a close confidante and correspondent of Franz Kafka, while Milena Vukotić is a respected Croatian actress with a long film career. Though the name does not have a major place connection in Scotland, it’s worth noting that Milena is a popular variant of the shorter Mila, and has been used consistently across Europe; in Scotland it has gained a gentle, international appeal, often chosen by parents who want a name that feels both classic and softly modern.