Milledge is an uncommon yet intriguing male given name of American origin. It was originally a surname, derived from Middle English 'Mylle' meaning mill and 'age' indicating residence near a mill. The name gained prominence during the colonial period in America and has since been used as a first name. Milledge is pronounced with equal emphasis on both syllables, similar to the name 'Milton'. As of now, it remains relatively rare, making it distinctive and unique for those who bear this name.
The name Milledge experienced varying popularity throughout the years with peaks in 1915, 1943 and 1946, each seeing double-digit births. However, it generally remained quite uncommon, with many years recording fewer than ten births. The highest number of births recorded in a single year was 15 in 1943.