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.
Meaning & Origin
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'.
Quick Facts
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mihldruhd. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Mildred
- · None (historical data strongly indicates this is a female name)
Frequently asked questions
- 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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