Millard

The name Millard means 'guardian of the mill.' It's historically used to refer to someone who looked after a mill, an important part of ancient and medieval communities for grinding grain.

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Millard originates from the Old English tradition, derived from the combination of the elements ‘mylen,’ meaning a mill, and ‘weard,’ meaning guardian. Essentially, it refers to a person who operates or takes care of a mill.

  • Babies named Millard in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Mille, Mill, Lardy, Millie, Milliard.
  • Full Names: Millard Fillmore, Millard Gordon, Millard Dean, Millard Robbins, Millard Wells.
  • Famous Namesakes: Millard Fillmore-13th US President, Millard Powers-Songwriter, Millard Fuller-Founder of Habitat for Humanity.
  • Gender: Millard is traditionally a male name but could be chosen for females as well.
  • Numerology: In numerological terms, Millard corresponds to the number 8, a symbol of ambition, power, and resilience. People with this number as part of their name can often be found striving for success and leadership, equipped with a strong sense of discipline and the ability to achieve goals through hard work.

Millard was more common as a given name in the 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming relatively rare in recent decades. It's seen occasionally as a surname and known for its historical significance in early American history.

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