Milova

Milova is a surname, predominantly found in Eastern European countries, particularly in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It is generally considered to be of Slavic origin. The name's etymology is likely connected to given names beginning with "Mil-," which are common Slavic hypocoristics (shortened, endearing forms) of longer names containing the element "mil," meaning "gracious," "dear," or "loving." The suffix "-ova" indicates a possessive form, historically often used to denote the female form or a relationship to a male individual bearing a name with the root "Mil-". For example, Milova could be the daughter of or related to someone named Milos, Milan, or Miloslav. The frequency and distribution of the surname can provide insights into historical migration patterns and demographic concentrations of Slavic-speaking populations.