Hildegarde
Hildegarde: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hildegarde
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Hildegard.
How popular is Hildegarde?
Since 1880, 2,326 girls in the U.S. have been named Hildegarde. Its highest rank for girls was #565 in 1901. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Hildegarde FAQ
What does the name Hildegarde mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Hildegard.
What is the origin of the name Hildegarde?
Hildegarde is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Hildegarde?
Since 1880, 2,326 girls in the U.S. have been named Hildegarde. Its highest rank for girls was #565 in 1901. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Hildegarde a boy or girl name?
Hildegarde is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,326 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.