UK boy's name
Milos
A masculine name of Slavic origin meaning "gracious" or "merciful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Milos is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Milos popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 8 births.
This profile covers 69 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 68 living people in the UK are called Milos. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Milos ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 8 boys were registered as Milos.
- • About 68 living people in the UK are estimated to have Milos as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2015
8 births
Estimated living
68
2026
Meaning
What does Milos mean?
The name Milos has its origins in the Slavic languages, derived from the Proto-Slavic word "milъ," meaning "gracious" or "dear." It is a masculine given name that has been popular across various Slavic cultures, particularly in countries like Serbia, Croatia, and Bulgaria.
The earliest recorded use of the name Milos can be traced back to the medieval period, with references found in historical chronicles and records from the region. One notable example is Milos Obilic, a Serbian knight who lived in the late 14th century and is celebrated as a hero in Serbian folklore for his role in the Battle of Kosovo against the Ottoman Empire.
Throughout history, the name Milos has been borne by several notable figures across various fields. One of the most famous was Milos Obrenovic (1780-1860), a Serbian revolutionary and the first Prince of Serbia, who played a crucial role in the Serbian uprising against Ottoman rule in the early 19th century.
Another prominent figure was Milos Crnjanski (1893-1977), a Serbian poet, novelist, and diplomat who is considered one of the most influential writers of the Serbian modernist movement. His works, such as the novel "Migrations," explored themes of identity, exile, and the human condition.
In the realm of sports, Milos Raonic (born 1990) is a Canadian professional tennis player of Serbian descent who has achieved notable success on the ATP Tour, including reaching the Wimbledon final in 2016.
The name Milos has also been associated with the world of art and culture. Milos Forman (1932-2018) was a Czech-American filmmaker who won Academy Awards for his films "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Amadeus," both acclaimed for their poignant storytelling and direction.
Milos Zeman (born 1944) is a prominent Czech politician who served as the President of the Czech Republic from 2013 to 2023, previously holding positions as the Prime Minister and the leader of the Czech Social Democratic Party.
While the name Milos has maintained its popularity within Slavic cultures, it has also gained recognition internationally, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries, reflecting the rich history and diversity associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Milos over time
The chart below shows babies named Milos registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Milos, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Milos by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Milos was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4302 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3500 | 16 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3173 | 32 | 8 |
| 1990s | #2728 | 10 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Milos
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Milos: questions and answers
How popular is the name Milos in the UK right now?
In 2024, Milos was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Milos most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 8 babies registered as Milos in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Milos?
A masculine name of Slavic origin meaning "gracious" or "merciful".
How many people are called Milos in the UK?
A total of 69 babies have been registered as Milos across the 17 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.