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Milford

Pronunciation: [ m-IHLF-erd ]

Boy Name #23,284 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Milford is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-IHLF-erd.

Parents who love the name Milford often also consider Freeland, Bufard, .

Popularity Over Time

#23,284
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#23,284
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Mil Miy Milie Milfie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Milford

Is Milford a boy or girl name?
Milford is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #23284. As a girl name, it is ranked #28642. Milford is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Milford?
Milford is pronounced m-IHLF-erd.
How popular is the name Milford?
Milford is currently ranked #23284 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Milford?
Common nicknames for Milford include Mil, Miy, Milie, and Milfie.
Is Milford a common or rare name?
Milford is an uncommon name, ranked #23284 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Milford

Milford is a boy name .

Is Milford a boy or girl name? Milford is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #23,284 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28,642. Milford is more commonly used as a boy name.

Milford is currently ranked #23,284 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Milford include Mil, Miy, Milie, and Milfie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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