NAME PROFILE
Hildred
Hildred is of Old English origin, meaning 'battle strength' or 'warrior maiden.' It conveys a sense of resilience and bravery, embodying a strong and determined personality. Those named Hildred often possess a nurturing spirit combined with a fierce loyalty to their loved ones.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,825 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1923 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1942 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 34%MO — 22%OH — 16%GA — 14%TN — 14%
Notable People
Hildred Castañeda (Artist, known for contemporary installations) · Hildred R. Smith (American author, recognized for historical fiction) · Hildred L. McCarty (Activist in women's rights)
Nicknames & Diminutives
HillyRed
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