NAME PROFILE
Mildred
Mildred is an Old English name meaning 'gentle strength' or 'mild strength.' It evokes a sense of kindness, warmth, and nurturing qualities, often associated with someone who is both strong and compassionate.
Key Stats
| Total births | 452,998 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1920 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 23%CA — 22%NY — 21%IL — 17%FL — 17%
Notable People
Mildred Bliss (Art Collector) · Mildred Pierce (Fictional Character, *Mildred Pierce* by James M. Cain) · Mildred Loving (Civil Rights Activist) · Mildred D. Taylor (Author, *Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry*) · Mildred J. Hill (Composer, *Happy Birthday to You*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MillieMimi
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