How popular is the name Hilda in 2025?

Hilda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Hilda most popular?

Hilda peaked in 1909, reaching #1155 among US boy names.

Hilda will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hilda entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1155 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1155

peak (1909)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Hilda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Hilda alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hilda in 2025?: Hilda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hilda most popular?: Hilda peaked in 1909, reaching #1155 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hilda with classmates?: Hilda will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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