Hilma
Finnish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Hilma
Hilma is a Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Germanic elements "hild" (battle) and "ma" (maiden), meaning "battle maiden." The name is primarily used in Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish cultures, with notable historical association to Finnish-Swedish artist Hilma af Klint (1862–1944), a pioneer of abstract art.
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Etymology
Hilma is a Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Germanic elements "hild" (battle) and "ma" (maiden), meaning "battle maiden." The name is primarily used in Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish cultures, with notable historical association to Finnish-Swedish artist Hilma af Klint (1862–1944), a pioneer of abstract art.
Hilma currently ranks #8,777 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1915.
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