Milo
Meaning of Milo
The name Milo, pronounced MY-loh (/ˈmaɪlɔ/), is a charming and timeless choice for boys. With roots in both Latin and Old German, Milo means "soldier" or "merciful." This versatile name has been steadily growing in popularity in the United States, making a notable climb from the 1950s to its current rank of 121 as of 2023. Milo's appeal extends beyond its strong historical origins; it also carries modern associations with strength and kindness. The name can be seen in various cultural references, including literature and film, which adds to its enduring charm. A popular variation of this name is Myles, offering parents another classic option with a similar feel.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MY-loh (/ˈmaɪlɔ/)
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Notable People Named Milo
| Milo Anthony Ventimiglia is an American actor known for his roles in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Opposite Sex, and Gilmore Girls. |
| Milo Rau is a Swiss theater director, journalist, essayist, and lecturer who won the Swiss Theater Award in 2014. |
| Milo Manheim is an American actor recognized for his role as Zed in the Disney Channel Original Movie Zombies and for finishing as the runner-up on season 27 of Dancing with the Stars. |
| Milo Donal O'Shea was an acclaimed Irish actor, known for his Tony Award-nominated performances in Staircase and Mass Appeal. |
| Milo Ray Baughman, Jr. was a renowned modern furniture designer born in Goodland, Kansas. |
| Milo Duçi (1870–1933) was a prominent Albanian publisher, playwright, and entrepreneur. |
| Sir Milo Boughton Butler was a Bahamian politician and the second governor-general of the Bahamas from 1973 to 1979, passing away at the age of 72 while in office. |
| Milo Randolph Perkins was an American economic expert and the first administrator for the First Food Stamp Program (FSP). |
| Milo Cress is the founder and spokesperson for the Be Straw Free campaign, in partnership with Eco-Cycle. |
| Milo Yosef is a German professional footballer currently playing as a forward for FC Tulsa in the USL Championship. |
| Milo Martin was a renowned Swiss sculptor and medal-artist. |
| William Milo Keynes, MD, FRCS, was a British doctor and author with a passion for education and art, known for his publications on John Maynard Keynes, Isaac Newton, and the history of science. |
| Islam Mohamed Ramadan Rashad, also known as Milo, is an Egyptian footballer who currently plays as a left back for ZED FC in the Egyptian Premier League. |
| Milo Gibson is an American actor, recognized for his performances in films such as All the Devil's Men, Breaking & Exiting, Gangster Land, and Hacksaw Ridge, and he is the son of renowned actor Mel Gibson. |
| Milo Hathaway Lockwood was a Major League Baseball player who played for the 1884 Washington Nationals. |
