Milo sits comfortably in the UK charts at #96 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
Germanic/Latin — Soldier; gracious
Milo is holding steady in the rankings at #96. It reached its peak of #80 in 2020 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has broken into the UK top 100 on 5 occasions, signalling genuine mainstream interest.
In terms of origin, Milo is rooted in Germanic/Latin, where it means "Soldier; gracious". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.
Milo is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #120 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Common questions about the name Milo
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Milo
Likely around 1 other Milo in the class
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
Rank · SSA official data
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