Mildred vs Minnie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mildred

Girl #2,096 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle strength, mild power"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Girl #2,763 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic (via Wilhelmina)

English American Scottish

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Mildred Rank #2,096

Minnie Rank #2,763

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 vs #2763 for Minnie.

Is Mildred or Minnie more popular?

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 compared to Minnie at #2763 in the United States.

What do Mildred and Minnie mean?

Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin). Minnie means "resolute protector" (Germanic (via Wilhelmina) origin).

Are Mildred and Minnie boy or girl names?

Mildred is primarily a girl name. Minnie is primarily a girl name.