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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Battle
- Origin
- Old Norse (mythological)
- Pronunciation
- HIL-dur
Hildr is an Old Norse name drawn from mythology, and it means "battle." It's pronounced HIL-dur, with a short, crisp first syllable and a soft ending. If you're drawn to names with a strong, ancient Norse feel, Hildr delivers that in just five letters.
Meaning & Origin of Hildr
Meaning: Battle.
Origin: Old Norse (mythological).
How to Pronounce Hildr
HIL-durIPA /ˈhɪldr̩/
Popularity of Hildr
Hildr does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Hildr mean?
Battle.
How do you pronounce Hildr?
Hildr is pronounced HIL-dur (IPA: /ˈhɪldr̩/).
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