Hilda
Hilda is a Christian girl name of Germanic origin, meaning “Battle”.
| Meaning | Battle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic |
| Pronunciation | HIL-duh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Norway, Germany |
Meaning and origin of Hilda
Hilda comes from the Germanic hild, 'battle', originally a short form of longer names such as Hildegard and Brunhild. In England it is linked to Saint Hilda of Whitby, the seventh-century abbess who hosted the Synod of Whitby in 664 and was renowned for her wisdom. The name was revived in the nineteenth century and was popular until the 1920s.
Is Hilda a Christian name?
Hilda is a Christian saint's name in England through Saint Hilda of Whitby.
How popular is Hilda?
Old-fashioned in English; Hilde remains familiar in Germany and Scandinavia.
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Spellings and variants of Hilda
Names similar to Hilda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hilda mean?
Hilda means 'Battle'. It is of Germanic origin.
Is Hilda a Christian name?
Hilda is a Christian saint's name in England through Saint Hilda of Whitby.
How do you pronounce Hilda?
Hilda is pronounced HIL-duh.
Is Hilda a boy or girl name?
Hilda is usually a girl name.