Mildred vs Mona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mona

Girl #2,220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble one, little noble"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Arabic Italian Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,220
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mildred Rank #2,096
Mona Rank #2,220

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 vs #2220 for Mona.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mildred ___

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

Mona ___

  • Mona Lisa
  • Mona Rose
  • Mona Claire
  • Mona Louise
  • Mona Grace
  • Mona Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

If you choose Mona

Lena Cora Nora Vera Dora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mildred or Mona more popular?

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 compared to Mona at #2220 in the United States.

What do Mildred and Mona mean?

Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin). Mona means "noble one, little noble" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mildred and Mona boy or girl names?

Mildred is primarily a girl name. Mona is primarily a girl name.

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