Milko
Slavic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Milko
Milko is a diminutive form derived from Slavic names containing the element "mil," meaning "dear" or "gracious," with the suffix "-ko" creating an affectionate nickname.
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Etymology
Milko is a diminutive form derived from Slavic names containing the element "mil," meaning "dear" or "gracious," with the suffix "-ko" creating an affectionate nickname. The name is primarily used in Slavic cultures, particularly among Bulgarian, Serbian, and Macedonian populations, with historical usage dating back centuries in the Balkans.
Milko currently ranks #5,795 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1959.
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