Mildred
Mildred is a Christian girl name of Old English origin, meaning “Gentle strength”.
| Meaning | Gentle strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | MIL-dred |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Mildred
Mildred is the modern form of the Old English Mildthryth, made of milde, 'gentle', and thryth, 'strength'. Saint Mildred was a seventh- to eighth-century Anglo-Saxon abbess of Minster-in-Thanet in Kent, and her cult kept the name alive. It revived in the nineteenth century along with other Anglo-Saxon names and was very popular in America around 1900.
Is Mildred a Christian name?
Mildred is a Christian saint's name, after the Anglo-Saxon abbess Saint Mildred of Thanet, though most parents today treat it as a vintage English name.
How popular is Mildred?
Popular around 1900 to 1920; rare today, though the short form Millie is very fashionable.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mildred mean?
Mildred means 'Gentle strength'. It is of Old English origin.
Is Mildred a Christian name?
Mildred is a Christian saint's name, after the Anglo-Saxon abbess Saint Mildred of Thanet, though most parents today treat it as a vintage English name.
How do you pronounce Mildred?
Mildred is pronounced MIL-dred.
Is Mildred a boy or girl name?
Mildred is usually a girl name.