Hildy
Pronunciation: [ h-IHLD-ee ]
Hildy is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,320 in the US, popular nicknames include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hildy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 196 babies have been named Hildy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hildy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,320 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,320
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Hildy
Hildy is a girl name .
Hildy is currently ranked #65,320 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hildy include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hildy include Hilda . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis