Hilda
Hilda first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1921, when 2,128 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Hilda popular?
Vintage Hilda is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
| 2020s | 316 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 448 | |
| 2000s | 827 | |
| 1990s | 1,362 | |
| 1980s | 1,907 | |
| 1970s | 2,582 | |
| 1960s | 3,596 | |
| 1950s | 6,303 | |
| 1940s | 7,567 | |
| 1930s | 9,454 | |
| 1920s | 18,191 | |
| 1910s | 15,674 | |
| 1900s | 6,783 | |
| 1890s | 4,732 | |
| 1880s | 1,280 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Hilda mean?
Built on the Germanic element 'hild' meaning 'battle'. It began as a short form of longer names such as Hildegard and Brunhild before becoming an independent name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hilda mean?
Hilda means Battle. Built on the Germanic element 'hild' meaning 'battle'. It began as a short form of longer names such as Hildegard and Brunhild before becoming an independent name.
What is the origin of the name Hilda?
Hilda is of germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Hilda?
Hilda is pronounced “HIL-duh.”
Is Hilda a boy or a girl name?
Hilda is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Hilda a popular name right now?
Hilda is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
How popular is the name Hilda?
In 2025, Hilda ranked #3007 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Hilda most popular?
Hilda was most popular in 1921, when about 2,128 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Hilda?
Names similar to Hilda include Emery, Matilda, Rosalind, Zelda, Griselda.
What names go well with Hilda?
germanic names that pair well with Hilda include Robert, William, Charles, Emma, Walter.