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The Name Mildred - Origin and Meaning of Mildred
  



The Name Mildred - Origin and Meaning of Mildred


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Mildred

Old English

Usage of the Name Mildred

English

Meaning of the Name Mildred

The name Mildred is derived from the Old English elements "milde" - "gentle" and "þryð" - "strength".

Famous Bearers

Bearers of the name include Mildred Harris (1901 - 1944), an American actress; Mildred Natwick (1905 - 1994), an American actress; Mildred Bailey (1907 - 1951), an American jazz singer; Mildred Didrikson (1911 - 1956), an American Olympic athlete.
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