Millicent
Millicent is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Strong in work or labor.
Origin and history
Millicent is a traditional feminine name derived from Old Germanic roots meaning strong in work. Popular in medieval England following the Norman Conquest, it saw significant historical usage. In modern U.S. records, it remains a charmingly vintage choice with modest but stable modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
11,825 babies in the United States have been named Millicent since 1880. It ranks #1489 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1428.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.6 %)
- PA (10.2 %)
- CA (9 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
- NC (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 84 |
| 1890-1900 | 141 |
| 1900-1910 | 278 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,120 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,014 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,337 |
| 1940-1950 | 993 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,054 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,020 |
| 1970-1980 | 710 |
| 1980-1990 | 541 |
| 1990-2000 | 410 |
| 2000-2010 | 459 |
| 2010-2019 | 980 |
| 2020-2029 | 684 |
Famous people named Millicent
- Millicent Fenwick: Politician, Diplomat
- Millicent Fawcett: Suffragist, Writer
Nicknames
Millie, Milly, Missy
Fun facts
- The name was introduced to England by the Normans in the form Amalasuintha or Melisende.
- Millicent has appeared frequently in classic literature, including novels by Anthony Trollope and P.G. Wodehouse.