Hilma
Hilma: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hilma
- A female given name from the Germanic languages in occasional use at the turn of the 20th century.
Etymology
Used in early 19th-century Scandinavian literature, probably as a variant of Wilhelmina.
How popular is Hilma?
Since 1880, 2,999 girls in the U.S. have been named Hilma. Its highest rank for girls was #344 in 1885. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Hilma
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Hilma FAQ
What does the name Hilma mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages in occasional use at the turn of the 20th century. Used in early 19th-century Scandinavian literature, probably as a variant of Wilhelmina.
What is the origin of the name Hilma?
Hilma is listed as a name of Germanic languages in occasional use at origin.
How popular is the name Hilma?
Since 1880, 2,999 girls in the U.S. have been named Hilma. Its highest rank for girls was #344 in 1885. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Hilma a boy or girl name?
Hilma is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,999 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.