Hildy
hi(l)-dy
US Popularity:28681
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Norse
Meaning:Ready for battle; Battle woman; Battle
Honor baby’s strong spirit and brave heart with the feminine name Hildy. Derived from the popular German name Hilda or Hilde, it means “ready for battle” or “battle woman,” sure to help baby as they journey through life. Ultimately, Hildy comes from the Old German Brunhilda or Hildegard, which each contains the Old Norse hildr, meaning “battle.” Some might recognize Brunhilda from the Valkyrie-like figure Brunhild, who features in an abundance of famous poems and folklore. Hildy is a charming take on quite a traditional and vintage name, sure to help baby find their courage and embrace their rebellious side.
Hildy Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2018
#16573
in 2018
- 3154
from 2016
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