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ArchivesRe: Anyone know the ancient Greek derivation of Milo?
in reply to a message by clevelandkentevans
I've actually never heard of anyone from Greece named Milo. I've heard of people of Greek descent from Western countries with the name (such as the infamous Yiannopoulos jerk), but it doesn't seem to be used as a name in Greece. Generally, Greek names ending in O are feminine.
I think the Venus de Milo statue, which was rediscovered in the early 19th century, might also have played a part in Milo's usage, as well as the perception of Milo as a Greek name. The Milo part of the statue's name refers to the island of Milos, where the statue was found.
I think the Venus de Milo statue, which was rediscovered in the early 19th century, might also have played a part in Milo's usage, as well as the perception of Milo as a Greek name. The Milo part of the statue's name refers to the island of Milos, where the statue was found.
This message was edited 4/7/2025, 3:10 PM
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