Hilding
boy nameHilding entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #1013 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
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rank today
#1013
peak (1902)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1073 |
| 1900s | #1013 |
| 1910s | #2050 |
| 1920s | #3208 |
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #2872 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hilding are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hilding alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hilding in 2025?
- Hilding is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hilding most popular?
- Hilding peaked in 1902, reaching #1013 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hilding with classmates?
- Hilding will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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