Millie
GirlEnglish · English: /ˈmɪl.i/
Millie has the warmth of an affectionate short form and a softly vintage feel, with more than one route behind its meaning.
Origin
English
Pronunciation
English: /ˈmɪl.i/
Depends on the longer name; through Mildred, “gentle strength”.
Millie is an English feminine name with roots as an affectionate short form, notably of Mildred and Millicent. It therefore has no single meaning that fits every family’s choice. Through Mildred it connects to the Old English elements “gentle” and “strength”. Pronounced /ˈmɪl.i/ in English, Millie moves from a soft m through a flowing l to a bright ee ending. It can feel warm, informal and gently vintage. As a given name in its own right, it keeps that familiar sound without requiring a longer form. When chosen to honour a Mildred or Millicent, the particular family connection adds its own layer of meaning.
Etymology: An English affectionate short form of names including Mildred and Millicent, which have distinct older histories.
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Name popularity
Latest year: 2025
Girls
Rank73
Boys
RankNot reported
Source
SSA records cover Social Security card applications, not every US birth. Names with fewer than 5 occurrences are omitted; gaps do not mean zero. Spellings are kept separate, except that SSA removes spaces and hyphens. Equal counts are ranked alphabetically. Ranks are calculated separately for boys and girls.
Origin
English