Charlotte 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

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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Mildred Rank #2,096

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2096 for Mildred.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

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 Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Mildred more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Mildred at #2096 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Mildred mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Mildred boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Mildred is primarily a girl name.

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