Hilja
Hilja is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,926 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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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,926
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Hilja
Hilja is a girl name .
Hilja is currently ranked #70,926 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hilja include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis