Name meaning
Hilda Name Meaning - Battle woman (Norse)
- Meaning
- Battle woman
- Origin
- Norse
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- HI-LDA
Hilda means "Battle woman" (Norse). Recorded in Norse sources, Hilda glosses as "Battle woman." Means battle woman or warrior maid.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Recorded in Norse sources, Hilda glosses as "Battle woman." Means battle woman or warrior maid.
Origin and Historical Usage
Hilda appears in Norse naming records with the sense "Battle woman." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- HI-LDA
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Norse origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.
Popularity
Hilda is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Hilda
- SSaint Hilda of Whitby
Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- Hilde — alternate form of Hilda
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