Hildred
Hildred: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hildred
- A female given name.
How popular is Hildred?
Since 1880, 2,404 girls and 421 boys in the U.S. have been named Hildred (85% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #473 in 1898. Its highest rank for boys was #1836 in 1923. 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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Hildred FAQ
What does the name Hildred mean?
A female given name.
How popular is the name Hildred?
Since 1880, 2,404 girls and 421 boys in the U.S. have been named Hildred (85% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #473 in 1898. Its highest rank for boys was #1836 in 1923. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Hildred a boy or girl name?
Hildred is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,404 girls and 421 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.