Miklos is of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word 'miklós,' which means 'famous' or 'renowned.' This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to Saint Nicholas, a historical figure and patron saint of children. Miklos is often used interchangeably with other forms such as Miklós and Miklós.
The name Miklós appears to have had periods of popularity with peaks in the late 1950s and early 1960s, as well as a resurgence in the late 1980s and mid-1990s. However, it has not been consistently popular throughout recent decades, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1972 to 1984, and again from 1995 to 2004. The name's popularity seems to have picked up slightly in the past decade, with more than five births each year since 2011.