Mildred
girl name#1962 in 2025Mildred entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #6 in 1912, ranks #1962 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1962
rank today
#6
peak (1912)
98
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #104 |
| 1890s | #46 |
| 1900s | #11 |
| 1910s | #7 |
| 1920s | #10 |
| 1930s | #37 |
| 1940s | #90 |
| 1950s | #188 |
| 1960s | #345 |
| 1970s | #631 |
| 1980s | #1083 |
| 1990s | #1767 |
| 2000s | #2236 |
| 2010s | #2379 |
| 2020s | #1940 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mildred has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 69,000 people named Mildred are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mildred alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mildred in 2025?
- Mildred ranks #1962 among US girl names in 2025, with 98 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mildred most popular?
- Mildred peaked in 1912, reaching #6 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mildred with classmates?
- Mildred will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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