Anabella vs Mildred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mildred

Girl #2,096 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gentle strength, mild power"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,096
Total SSA Count
91
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Millie, Milly

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Anabella Rank #2,284
Mildred Rank #2,096

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 vs #2284 for Anabella.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anabella ___

  • Anabella Rose
  • Anabella Grace
  • Anabella Marie
  • Anabella Joy
  • Anabella Claire
  • Anabella Sophia

Mildred ___

  • Mildred Anne
  • Mildred Jean
  • Mildred Louise
  • Mildred Frances
  • Mildred Ruth
  • Mildred Irene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Anabella

Isabella Valentina Sofia Gabriella Lorenzo

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anabella or Mildred more popular?

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 compared to Anabella at #2284 in the United States.

What do Anabella and Mildred mean?

Anabella means "Grace, favor" (Hebrew Hannah via Anna origin). Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin).

Are Anabella and Mildred boy or girl names?

Anabella is primarily a girl name. Mildred is primarily a girl name.

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