Hulda
Hulda is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Sweet, lovable, or hidden.
Origin and history
Hulda is derived from the Old Norse name Huld or Hulda, which means 'sweet', 'lovable', or 'hidden'. It was a popular name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, particularly among Scandinavian and German immigrant families. In modern times, the name has become extremely rare in U.S. birth records.
Popularity in the United States
5,407 babies in the United States have been named Hulda since 1880. It ranks #2344 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- ND (12.8 %)
- PA (12.8 %)
- MN (11.9 %)
- IL (9.7 %)
- TX (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 899 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,374 |
| 1900-1910 | 903 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,060 |
| 1920-1930 | 709 |
| 1930-1940 | 240 |
| 1940-1950 | 130 |
| 1950-1960 | 69 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 7 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Hulda
- Hulda Crooks: Marathon Runner, Mountaineer
- Hulda Garborg: Writer, Playwright
Fun facts
- In the Hebrew Bible, Huldah was an influential prophetess who validated a newly discovered book of the Law during King Josiah's reign.
- In Norse tradition, Huld is associated with a spirit or creature known as a huldra in Scandinavian folklore.