Милена
/Mi-le-na/
gentle, affectionate
Gender
Girls
Origin
Slavic
Popularity
#14514
Syllables
3 syllables
Meaning
gentle, affectionate
The name Milena comes from the Slavic root “mil”, which means “soft, affectionate”. In folk songs and fairy tales, a sweet girl is often mentioned, symbolizing kindness and tenderness.
Nicknames & variations
Personality traits
Famous bearers
Милена Костенко
українська поетеса
Милена Петрова
актриса театру і кіно
Милена Соловей
співачка
Милена Гнатюк
спортсменка‑біатлоністка
Милена Ковальчук
журналістка
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