Amelia vs Hilda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hilda

Girl #3,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"battle woman, warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,055
Total SSA Count
53
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hildie, Hilly

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Hilda Rank #3,055

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3055 for Hilda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Hilda ___

  • Hilda Rose
  • Hilda Mae
  • Hilda Jane
  • Hilda Frances
  • Hilda Louise
  • Hilda Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hilda

Hazel Otto Mabel Rupert Agnes

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hilda more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hilda at #3055 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hilda mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hilda means "battle woman, warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Hilda boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Hilda is primarily a girl name.

More Comparisons