Girl
Hilda
battle maiden, warrior
About Hilda
Bold, strong, and unapologetically distinctive, Hilda stands as a testament to parental courage and individuality. While many parents gravitate toward trending names, choosing Hilda demonstrates a willingness to honor history and embrace character over popularity.
This name carries a robust, no-nonsense quality that suggests resilience and determination. It's experiencing a fascinating revival among parents who appreciate vintage names with substance and backbone.
Hilda refuses to blend into the background—it demands to be noticed and remembered. The name's Germanic roots give it a solid, grounded feeling that conveys stability and strength.
Children named Hilda often develop strong senses of self, perhaps influenced by carrying a name that stands confidently apart from mainstream choices. It pairs exceptionally well with softer middle names, creating interesting contrasts.
The name's brevity makes it practical, while its uncommon status ensures uniqueness. For parents seeking a name with heritage, strength, and the courage to be different, Hilda delivers authentically and memorably.
Popularity of the Name Hilda
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #199 | ||
| 1881 | #223 | ||
| 1882 | #226 | ||
| 1883 | #169 | ||
| 1884 | #157 | ||
| 1885 | #168 | ||
| 1886 | #161 | ||
| 1887 | #156 | ||
| 1888 | #146 | ||
| 1889 | #138 | ||
| 1890 | #128 | ||
| 1891 | #122 | ||
| 1892 | #121 | ||
| 1893 | #107 | ||
| 1894 | #106 | ||
| 1895 | #104 | ||
| 1896 | #95 | ||
| 1897 | #94 | ||
| 1898 | #97 | ||
| 1899 | #87 | ||
| 1900 | #101 | #37 | |
| 1901 | #92 | #32 | |
| 1902 | #94 | #31 | |
| 1903 | #88 | #31 | |
| 1904 | #98 | #40 | |
| 1905 | #101 | #38 | |
| 1906 | #97 | #42 | |
| 1907 | #101 | #43 | |
| 1908 | #102 | #41 | |
| 1909 | #100 | #43 | |
| 1910 | #109 | #43 | |
| 1911 | #101 | #47 | |
| 1912 | #104 | #41 | |
| 1913 | #105 | #44 | |
| 1914 | #103 | #45 | |
| 1915 | #107 | #42 | |
| 1916 | #105 | #51 | |
| 1917 | #112 | #50 | |
| 1918 | #114 | #59 | |
| 1919 | #123 | #64 | |
| 1920 | #125 | #65 | |
| 1921 | #123 | #58 | |
| 1922 | #131 | #68 | |
| 1923 | #140 | #76 | |
| 1924 | #141 | #81 | |
| 1925 | #142 | #67 | |
| 1926 | #139 | #87 | |
| 1927 | #144 | #87 | |
| 1928 | #148 | #105 | |
| 1929 | #157 | #115 | |
| 1930 | #158 | #118 | |
| 1931 | #167 | #108 | |
| 1932 | #172 | #124 | |
| 1933 | #179 | #97 | |
| 1934 | #192 | #130 | |
| 1935 | #199 | #151 | |
| 1936 | #204 | #175 | |
| 1937 | #219 | #109 | |
| 1938 | #205 | #157 | |
| 1939 | #221 | #177 | |
| 1940 | #215 | #210 | |
| 1941 | #218 | #152 | |
| 1942 | #244 | #209 | |
| 1943 | #263 | ||
| 1944 | #241 | #192 | |
| 1945 | #259 | #179 | |
| 1946 | #270 | #275 | |
| 1947 | #262 | #260 | |
| 1948 | #273 | ||
| 1949 | #292 | ||
| 1950 | #296 | #195 | |
| 1951 | #296 | ||
| 1952 | #313 | ||
| 1953 | #305 | #246 | |
| 1954 | #330 | #240 | |
| 1955 | #331 | ||
| 1956 | #348 | #307 | |
| 1957 | #373 | ||
| 1958 | #405 | ||
| 1959 | #444 | #326 | |
| 1960 | #456 | ||
| 1961 | #474 | #314 | |
| 1962 | #466 | #329 | |
| 1963 | #498 | ||
| 1964 | #476 | #257 | #192 |
| 1965 | #488 | #182 | |
| 1966 | #555 | #214 | |
| 1967 | #552 | #197 | |
| 1968 | #609 | #194 | |
| 1969 | #586 | #188 | |
| 1970 | #589 | #163 | |
| 1971 | #614 | #196 | |
| 1972 | #578 | #254 | |
| 1973 | #640 | #196 | |
| 1974 | #552 | #241 | |
| 1975 | #631 | #245 | |
| 1976 | #585 | #230 | |
| 1977 | #765 | #243 | |
| 1978 | #671 | #304 | |
| 1979 | #739 | #278 | |
| 1980 | #684 | #328 | |
| 1981 | #697 | #373 | |
| 1982 | #757 | #378 | |
| 1983 | #797 | #500 | |
| 1984 | #832 | #551 | |
| 1985 | #874 | ||
| 1986 | #934 | #561 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Hilda
Names Similar to Hilda
Nicknames for Hilda
- Hildy
- Hilly
- Dilly
- Hil
Famous People Named Hilda
| Hilda of Whitby | Anglo-Saxon abbess and saint |
| Hilda Rix Nicholas | Australian artist |
| Hilda Doolittle | H.D. - American poet and novelist |
| Hilda Solis | American politician and former Secretary of Labor |
| Hilda Ellis Davidson | English antiquarian and scholar |
| Hilda Geiringer | Austrian-American mathematician |
| Hilda Heine | President of the Marshall Islands - 2016-2020 |
| Hilda Käkikoski | Finnish architect |
| Hilda Lizarazu | Argentine singer and songwriter |
| Hilda Terry | American cartoonist and illustrator |
| Hilda Taba | Estonian-American educationist and curriculum theorist |
| Hilda van Stockum | Dutch-American author and illustrator |
| Hilda Wangel | Norwegian feminist activist |
| Hilda Worthington Smith | British artist and suffragette |
| Hilda Zudova | Soviet/Russian actress |
| Hilda Tresz | Animal welfare advocate and zoo enrichment coordinator |
| Hilda Clark | American silent film actress |
| Hilda Gadea | Peruvian revolutionary and first wife of Che Guevara |
| Hilda Scott | British astronomer |
| Hilda Simms | African-American actress and singer |
Characters Named Hilda
| Hilda Spellman | Character in the TV series "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" |
| Hilda Ogden | Character in the British soap opera "Coronation Street" |
| Hilda Suarez | Character in the TV series "Ugly Betty" |
| Hilda Hippo | Character in the children's show "The Busy World of Richard Scarry" |
| Hilda Berg | Boss character in the video game "Cuphead" |
| Hilda the Ghost | Character in the animated TV series "The Legend of Zelda" |
| Hilda Roslin | Character in the TV series "The Man in the High Castle" |
| Hilda Wainwright | Character in Agatha Christie's "A Murder is Announced" |
| Hilda Carlisle | Character in the TV series "Keeping Up Appearances" |
| Hilda Gaujard | Character in the novel "Wise Blood" by Flannery O'Connor |
| Hilda Annersley | Character in the "Chalet School" book series |
| Hilda Brand | Character in the video game "Fire Emblem" |
| Hilda Swensen | Character in the novel "Main Street" by Sinclair Lewis |
| Hilda Vaughn | Character in the TV series "Degrassi High" |
| Hilda Walker | Character in the TV series "Doc Martin" |
| Hilda Mulligan | Character in the novel "The Nix" by Nathan Hill |
| Hilda Fenton | Character in the TV series "Bless This House" |
| Hilda Brant | Character in the novel "The Little White Horse" by Elizabeth Goudge |