Nilda
Nilda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Battle or armor.
Origin and history
Nilda is a feminine name derived as a short form of Germanic names such as Brunilda or Domilda, containing roots associated with battle. It has traditionally been used in Spanish-speaking cultures and hit its peak U.S. popularity in the mid-20th century. Today, it is a rare choice for newborns in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,244 babies in the United States have been named Nilda since 1880. It ranks #3122 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (66.7 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- NJ (8.1 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- CA (1.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 41 |
| 1920-1930 | 118 |
| 1930-1940 | 149 |
| 1940-1950 | 253 |
| 1950-1960 | 813 |
| 1960-1970 | 834 |
| 1970-1980 | 496 |
| 1980-1990 | 292 |
| 1990-2000 | 157 |
| 2000-2010 | 73 |
| 2010-2019 | 18 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Nilda
- Nilda Pedrosa: Advocate, Public Servant
Fun facts
- Nilda originated as a pet form of longer Germanic names like Brunilda before becoming an independent given name.