Milly: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-eelly
Origin: English
gender-female

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Meaning: A variant of names like Mildred

Milly is a diminutive name with a rich history and multiple origins. It is commonly derived from names like Mildred, and Camilla. The name Milly conveys a sense of sweetness and innocence, often associated with youthfulness and playfulness. Over time, the use of Milly has evolved from being a simple nickname to a standalone name with significant cultural and historical significance.

Milly Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Milly is currently #3275 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Milly is currently #1805 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Milly is currently #1789 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Milly is currently #983 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Milly is currently #1755 on Kiindred Australian Names

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