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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sacrifice, tribute (short form of Ermenegilda)
- Origin
- Italian/Germanic (uncertain, possibly a short form of Ermenegilda)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- GIL-duh
Gilda is a short form of Ermenegilda, with roots that are Italian or Germanic (the exact origin is uncertain). Its meaning is 'sacrifice' or 'tribute'. It's a short, distinctive name for a parent who likes something with a vintage feel and a bit of edge.
Meaning & Origin of Gilda
Meaning: Sacrifice, tribute (short form of Ermenegilda).
Origin: Italian/Germanic (uncertain, possibly a short form of Ermenegilda).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Gilda
GIL-duhIPA /ˈɡɪldə/
Popularity of Gilda
Gilda peaked at #381 in 1927, when 321 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #9766, with just 10 babies, so a child named Gilda today would be very unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Gilda mean?
Sacrifice, tribute (short form of Ermenegilda). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gilda?
Gilda is pronounced GIL-duh (IPA: /ˈɡɪldə/).
Is Gilda a popular name right now?
Gilda peaked at #381 in 1927 and is ranked #9766 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1898–2024.)
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