Mylan is an American respelling of Milan, a Slavic name built on the root mil, meaning "dear" or "gracious". For many parents the spelling also calls to mind Myles and the Italian fashion capital, which gives the name a modern, cosmopolitan feel. Mylan has moved up gradually from number 2591 in 2015 to a peak of 1716 in 2024 and ranks number 1832 in 2025, with 87 boys given the name.