Hilda
Meaning
Battle Armor
Origin
Norse
Pronunciation
/hɪldə/
Traits associated with the name Hilda:
Dogs named Hilda tend to be loving, loyal, resilient, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Hilda?
Naming your dog Hilda suggests that you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to your pet and want to give them a name that reflects your bond.
Is Hilda a good dog name?
Hilda has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Hilda isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Hilda is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Hilda was, in the past month, the 3766th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Hilda is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Hilda was viewed 35 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Hilda's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Hilda is most adored in Louisiana, District of Columbia and Oregon.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Oklahoma and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Hilda.
Most popular breeds named Hilda:
- German Shepherd
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- Dachshund
- Mastiff
Hilda is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular during the 1920s, it's now a rare, vintage canine moniker.
scandinavian
Derived from Old Norse, meaning "battle" or "war".
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