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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Occupational surname for a miller, or 'one who lived by the mill'
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- MILZ
Mills is a neutral, clean, modern name with English roots as an occupational surname — originally given to a miller, or 'one who lived by the mill.' It's pronounced MILZ (/ˈmɪlz/), a clean, single-syllable name borrowed from a surname. If you're drawn to names with a straightforward, work-rooted meaning, Mills fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Mills
Meaning: Occupational surname for a miller, or 'one who lived by the mill'.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Mills
MILZIPA /ˈmɪlz/
Popularity of Mills
SSA records show Mills peaked at #738 in 1882, when 8 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #2929, with 43 babies named Mills that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Mills mean?
Occupational surname for a miller, or ‘one who lived by the mill’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mills?
Mills is pronounced MILZ (IPA: /ˈmɪlz/).
Is Mills a popular name right now?
Mills peaked at #738 in 1882 and is ranked #2929 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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