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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Battle
- Origin
- Old Norse/Germanic (variant of Hild/Hilda)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- HIL-duh
Hilde (HIL-duh) is a short, strong name that means "battle." It comes from Old Norse and Germanic roots and is a variant of Hild and Hilda. If you like the sound of Hilda but want something a little more compact, Hilde gives you that.
Meaning & Origin of Hilde
Meaning: Battle.
Origin: Old Norse/Germanic (variant of Hild/Hilda).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Hilde
HIL-duhIPA /ˈhɪldə/
Popularity of Hilde
Hilde is rare in the U.S. It peaked at #3020 in 1929, when 10 babies were given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #7712 with 14 babies. Your child would be unlikely to meet another Hilde in class.
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These names have followed a similar path to Hilde in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Hilde mean?
Battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hilde?
Hilde is pronounced HIL-duh (IPA: /ˈhɪldə/).
Is Hilde a popular name right now?
Hilde peaked at #3020 in 1929 and is ranked #7712 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1916–2024.)
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