Milli

Girl #5430 most popular

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Meanings & Origins

"gentle strength"

Origin: Old High German Language: English

"industrious, hardworking"

Origin: Germanic Language: English

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“Vintage sweetness with a modern twist”

Origin & Etymology

Milli is a diminutive of names like Millicent, Mildred, Amelia, or Camilla. Millicent comes from the Old High German 'Amalswinth' meaning 'gentle strength,' while Amelia derives from Germanic 'amal' (work) meaning 'industrious.' Milli became popular as a standalone name in Australia, Britain, and the United States in the early 2000s, riding the wave of vintage diminutive names. The alternate spelling Millie entered the UK top 10 in the 2010s.

Popularity Story

Millie/Milli exploded in popularity in the UK and Australia in the 2010s, ranking among the top 10 girls' names in both countries. In the US, actress Millie Bobby Brown (Stranger Things) gave the name enormous pop culture cachet from 2016 onward.

Cultural Significance

In British and Australian culture, Milli/Millie belongs to a beloved group of vintage diminutives that feel both nostalgic and fresh. Queen Victoria's granddaughter Princess Alix's nickname was Milli, and the name has royal echoes through the Millicent family of names.

Fun Facts

Millie Bobby Brown of Stranger Things made this name hugely popular from 2016 onward
Millie Perkins starred as Anne Frank in the 1959 film adaptation
In Australia, Millie has been a top-10 girls' name since the mid-2010s