Krystal vs Mildred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Krystal

Girl #2,175 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"clear ice, rock crystal, quartz"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,175
Total SSA Count
87
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kris, Krissy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Krystal Rank #2,175
Mildred Rank #2,096

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 vs #2175 for Krystal.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Krystal ___

  • Krystal Lynn
  • Krystal Ann
  • Krystal Marie
  • Krystal Lee
  • Krystal Dawn
  • Krystal Renee

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 Krystal

Amber Tiffany Brittany Desiree Monique

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Krystal or Mildred more popular?

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 compared to Krystal at #2175 in the United States.

What do Krystal and Mildred mean?

Krystal means "clear ice, rock crystal, quartz" (Greek origin). Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin).

Are Krystal and Mildred boy or girl names?

Krystal is primarily a girl name. Mildred is primarily a girl name.

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