TheNameDBMilan
Topographic|PatronymicMeaning
A topographic or given-name-derived surname, either from the Italian city of Milan or from the Slavic given name Milan meaning 'gracious' or 'dear.'
Etymology
The surname may derive from the Italian city Milano (Milan) as a topographic reference, or from the Slavic given name Milan, which comes from the root 'mil' meaning dear or gracious. Both origins have contributed to the surname's distribution across different regions.
About the Milan Surname
Milan is a surname with both Italian and Slavic origins, deriving either from the city of Milan or the Slavic given name Milan. The surname is common in both Italian and Slavic-speaking regions.
Distribution
Found in Italy, Slavic countries (particularly Serbia and Croatia), and among diaspora communities in North America and Australia.
Notable Bearers
Milan Kundera (Czech writer), various Italian and Slavic historical figures