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Myldred

MIL-drid · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Mildred, meaning 'gentle strength'.

Peak popularity
1911
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Myldred since 1911

Babies named Myldred per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Myldred's real moment was 1911.

51116192019602000Most births 1917Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s70
1920s73
1930s0
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Myldred is a rare spelling variant of Mildred, an Old English name that saw modest usage in the early 20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1911, its peak year, with no data suggesting any later resurgence. The name has never ranked in national popularity lists, making it an extremely uncommon choice. There are no recorded top states for Myldred, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. Its trajectory has remained stable, with virtually no fluctuation in its minimal occurrence. This variant likely arose as an alternative spelling, possibly influenced by phonetic preferences, but it never achieved the same traction as the standard Mildred.

Myldred is a rare spelling variant of the Old English name Mildred, composed of 'milde' (gentle) and 'þryð' (strength). The name Mildred was used in Anglo-Saxon England but declined after the Norman Conquest. It was revived in the 19th century alongside other medieval names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Millie, Milly

Variants: Mildred, Mildrid

Sibling names for Myldred

Names that share Myldred's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Myldred mean?
Myldred is a variant of Mildred, which derives from Old English elements meaning 'gentle' and 'strength', so it is often interpreted as 'gentle strength'.
How popular is the name Myldred currently?
Myldred was first recorded in the U.S. in 1911, but it has never ranked in the top 1000 names. It is extremely rare today.
Is Myldred a boy or girl name?
Myldred is a girl's name.