Millie: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MIL-ee · 2 syllables
Millie means “gentle strength (from Mildred); also short for Amelia”, from English.
Clipping + -ie.
- Meaning
- gentle strength (from Mildred); also short for Amelia
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- MIL-ee
- US rank (2025)
- #73
- US babies a year
- about 2,580 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Millie?
Millie was the #73 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,353 babies. It’s rising: up 395% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #73 |
| England & Wales | #33 |
| Scotland | #14 |
| Northern Ireland | #101 |
| Ireland | #37 |
| France | #995 |
| Norway | #146 |
| Canada | #121 |
| Australia | #33 |
How old are people named Millie?
Half of US adults named Millie are older than 62; most are between 19 and 88. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Millie
What does the name Millie mean?
Millie means “gentle strength (from Mildred); also short for Amelia”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Millie?
Millie is pronounced MIL-ee.
How popular is the name Millie?
Millie was the #73 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,353 babies. It’s rising: up 395% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Millie?
Half of US adults named Millie are older than 62. Most are between 19 and 88.