Mildred vs Noah

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

Mildred Rank #2,096
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2096 for Mildred.

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mildred or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mildred at #2096 in the United States.

What do Mildred and Noah mean?

Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mildred and Noah boy or girl names?

Mildred is primarily a girl name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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