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Name Origin

Hilda is a Germanic name of Old Norse origin meaning 'battle' or 'warrior.' It was traditionally a masculine name, but has become increasingly popular as a feminine given name in modern times.

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Famous People

Hilda Doolittle (1886-1961)

Poet, novelist

  • Important modernist poet
  • Known for Imagist poetry

Hilda Ogden

Fictional character

  • Iconic character on the British soap opera Coronation Street