Marli vs Mildred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marli

Girl #2,054 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,054
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mar

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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

Marli Rank #2,054
Mildred Rank #2,096

Marli is more popular, ranked #2054 vs #2096 for Mildred.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marli ___

  • Marli Rose
  • Marli Kate
  • Marli Jane
  • Marli Grace
  • Marli Anne
  • Marli Claire

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 Marli

Harley Finn Isla Cody Brynn

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marli or Mildred more popular?

Marli is more popular, ranked #2054 compared to Mildred at #2096 in the United States.

What do Marli and Mildred mean?

Marli means "famous meadow" (Old English origin). Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin).

Are Marli and Mildred boy or girl names?

Marli is primarily a girl name. Mildred is primarily a girl name.

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