Mildred vs Zena

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

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Zena

Girl #2,269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hospitable, guest-friend"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Persian African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,269
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Zee, Zenny

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Popularity Comparison

Mildred Rank #2,096
Zena Rank #2,269

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 vs #2269 for Zena.

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

Zena ___

  • Zena Marie
  • Zena Rose
  • Zena Jade
  • Zena Belle
  • Zena Faye
  • Zena Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

If you choose Zena

Cyrus Daria Leila Roxana Darius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mildred or Zena more popular?

Mildred is more popular, ranked #2096 compared to Zena at #2269 in the United States.

What do Mildred and Zena mean?

Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin). Zena means "Hospitable, guest-friend" (Greek origin).

Are Mildred and Zena boy or girl names?

Mildred is primarily a girl name. Zena is primarily a girl name.

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