Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Milady since 1916
Babies named Milady per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 27 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Milady is a rare given name borrowed from the French term of address for a noblewoman. First recorded in the U.S. in 1916, the name saw its peak usage in 2012, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. Since 2022, its trajectory has been rising, suggesting a modest resurgence in interest. The name has not reached a density of 1-in-N births in any recent year. Milady remains an uncommon choice, favored for its elegant, aristocratic sound, though it carries no specific top-state concentration due to its scarcity.
Milady originated as a direct borrowing from the French phrase 'ma dame' (my lady), used in English as a form of address for a woman of rank or a female member of the nobility. It became a given name in the early 20th century, likely influenced by literary or romantic associations. The name has seen occasional use, particularly in the 2010s, with a peak in 2012, but remains rare overall.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lady, Mila
Sibling names for Milady
Names that share Milady's style, for a brother or sister.
