The name Milan is derived from the Slavic element milŭ, meaning "gracious" or "dear." It can also be inspired by the city of Milan, Italy, known for being the fashion capital of the world. As a place name, Milan is likely derived from the Latin name Mediolanum, meaning "middle of the plain." As a given name, it didn't grow popular in the United States until 2013 but has steadily inclined since and cracked the top-250 for the first time in 2023. It's the name singer Shakira and soccer player Gerard Piqué gave their firstborn son Milan in 2013. It can also used as a girl's name, evidenced by Hall of Fame boxer Mike Tyson's daughter Milan, born in 2008.
