Hylda
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Hylda
The given name 'Hylda' is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old English word 'hild', meaning 'battle' or 'strife'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Hylda' is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old English word 'hild', meaning 'battle' or 'strife'. It is commonly found in Scandinavian and German cultures, particularly in Lutheran and Christian traditions, with notable historical context in medieval European naming conventions.
Hylda currently ranks #5,147 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1917.
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