मिलिंद

Milind

boySanskritHinduBuddhist

Milind is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Honeybee”.

MeaningHoneybee
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Written asमिलिंद
Pronunciationmi-LIND
TraditionHindu, Buddhist
Used inIndia

Meaning and origin of Milind

Milind comes from the Sanskrit milinda, a poetic word for a bee. It also recalls King Milinda, the Indo-Greek ruler Menander, whose dialogue with the monk Nagasena is preserved in the Pali text Milindapanha. The name is especially popular in Maharashtra. Milind Soman, the model and actor, is a well-known bearer.

Is Milind a Hindu name?

Hindu families use it for its sweet 'bee' meaning, while Buddhists know the Milindapanha, 'The Questions of King Milinda'.

How popular is Milind?

Most common in Maharashtra.

Gifts with the name Milind

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Spellings and variants of Milind

Milinda

Names similar to Milind

More Hindu boy names

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Milind mean?

Milind means 'Honeybee'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Milind a Hindu name?

Hindu families use it for its sweet 'bee' meaning, while Buddhists know the Milindapanha, 'The Questions of King Milinda'.

How do you pronounce Milind?

Milind is pronounced mi-LIND.

Is Milind a boy or girl name?

Milind is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.