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How to Pronounce Mildred

Mildred / mihldruhd /

The name Mildred is a Male name of English origin meaning "Mildred, when considered as a male name, is highly unusual and lacks a generally accepted meaning. Historically a female name, its elements suggest 'gentle strength' or 'mild counselor', but applied to males, any meaning would be highly speculative.". It is pronounced mihldruhd.

English Male

Mildred is a English name meaning "Mildred, when considered as a male name, is highly unusual and lacks a generally accepted meaning. Historically a female name, its elements suggest 'gentle strength' or 'mild counselor', but applied to males, any meaning would be highly speculative.". The name Mildred is derived from the Old English elements *milde* meaning 'gentle, mild' and *þrēat* meaning 'strength, force, power'.

Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic mihldruhd
IPA mɪldɹəd

Say it as mihldruhd. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · None (historical data strongly indicates this is a female name)

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How do you pronounce Mildred?
Mildred is pronounced mihldruhd.
What is the correct pronunciation of Mildred?
The correct pronunciation of Mildred is mihldruhd (IPA: mɪldɹəd).
Is Mildred a English name?
Yes, Mildred is a English name meaning "Mildred, when considered as a male name, is highly unusual and lacks a generally accepted meaning. Historically a female name, its elements suggest 'gentle strength' or 'mild counselor', but applied to males, any meaning would be highly speculative.".

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