Rilda
girl nameRilda entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1276 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
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rank today
#1276
peak (1888)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1276 |
| 1890s | #1370 |
| 1900s | #1704 |
| 1910s | #3160 |
| 1920s | #3219 |
| 1930s | #3082 |
| 1940s | #3951 |
| 1950s | #5041 |
| 1960s | #4773 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Rilda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Rilda alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rilda in 2025?
- Rilda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Rilda most popular?
- Rilda peaked in 1888, reaching #1276 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rilda with classmates?
- Rilda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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