Mildred
Meaning of Mildred
Mildred is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. With its origins rooted in Old English, this name has a rich history and meaning. The name Mildred is derived from the elements "mild" and "þryð," which together mean "gentle strength." This combination perfectly encapsulates the essence of this name. Mildred is associated with traits like kindness, resilience, and inner fortitude. It is often said that those named Mildred possess a calm and composed demeanor, yet they have an underlying strength that allows them to overcome any challenges they may face. The popularity of the name Mildred has fluctuated over the years, reaching its peak in the early 1920s. Today, it continues to be cherished by parents seeking a classic and elegant name for their little one. Some popular variations of the name include Milly and Millie, which add a touch of sweetness to this already charming name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MILL-dred (/mɪl ˈdrɛd/)
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Notable People Named Mildred
| Mildred Elizabeth Harnack was an American literary historian, translator, and member of the German resistance against the Nazi regime. |
| Mildred Dresselhaus, the "Queen of Carbon Science," was an American physicist, materials scientist, and nanotechnologist, known for her significant contributions to science and technology. |
| Mildred Bangs Wynkoop - Mildred Olive Bangs Wynkoop was a prominent figure in the Church of the Nazarene, known for her work as an ordained minister, educator, missionary, theologian, and author of several influential books. |
| Mildred and Richard Loving were a married couple whose landmark Supreme Court case led to the legalization of interracial marriage in the United States. |
| Mildred Elizabeth Gillars, also known as "Axis Sally," was an American broadcaster who worked for Nazi Germany during World War II and became the first woman to be convicted of treason against the United States. |
| Mildred Cohn was an American biochemist known for her pioneering work in studying biochemical processes and enzyme reactions within animal cells using nuclear magnetic resonance. |
| Mildred Pitts Walter is an American children's book writer known for her books featuring African-American protagonists, with over 20 titles and multiple awards to her name. |
| Mildred Hemmons Carter - Mildred Louise Hemmons Carter was a pioneering aviator who became the first black female pilot in Alabama and was later recognized as a member of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots. |
| Dr. Mildred Mitchell-Bateman, M.D. was a pioneering American physician and medical administrator who became the first woman and first African-American to serve as West Virginia's mental health commissioner in 1962. |
| Mildred Allen was an American operatic soprano known for her performances at the Metropolitan Opera and her later role as a voice faculty member at Birmingham-Southern College. |
| Mildred Scheel was a German physician and the founder of the German Cancer Aid. |
| Mildred Souers - Mildred Elizabeth Thomson Souers was an American composer known for her music for ballets, ballet studios, chamber ensembles, piano, and voice. |
| Nancy Mildred Nilon, the first African American librarian at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU), and her husband Charles, CU's first African American faculty member, are honored with a scholarship in their names. |
| Mildred Milliea was a Canadian First Nations teacher and linguist known for her contributions to preserving and teaching the Mi'kmaq language and culture. |
| Mildred Ladner Thompson was a pioneering American journalist, writer, and columnist known for her work at The Wall Street Journal, the Associated Press, and Tulsa World. |
