Hilda Bartels

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hilda Bartels — Norse
116K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hilda Bartels is a name that combines Norse origins. The first name Hilda is a feminine given name of Norse origin. Hilda is one of several feminine given names derived from the name Hild, formed from Old Norse hildr, meaning 'battle'. Hild, a Nordic-German Bellona, was a Valkyrie who conveyed fallen warriors to Valhalla. Warfare was often called Hild's Game. Hilda of Whitby was an early Christian saint. Hylda is a spelling variant. Hilde is a variant of Hilda. Another variation on Hild is Hildur. Hildy is an English nickname. Ildikó is a Hungarian form of the name. The name became rare in England during the later Middle Ages, but was revived in the 19th century. The surname Bartels: Adolf Bartels (1862–1945), German journalist and poet Adolph Heinrich Friedrich Bartels (1819–1878), German-born mayor of Adelaide, Australia Adolphe Bartels (1802–1862), Belgian liberal, journalist and writer Aloysius Bartels (1915–2002), Dutch politician and state secretary Anna Bartels (1869–1950), Swedish opera singer Arthur Bartels (born 1971), German mathematician Carel Hendrik Bartels (1792–1850), Dutch Gold Coast businessman Carl Bernard Bartels (1866–1955), German/British sculptor Cornelius Ludewich Bartels (died 1804), Governor-General of the Dutch Gold Coast from 1798 to 1804 Edward. Hilda is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 116K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Hilda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Hilda

Norse

Hilda is one of several feminine given names derived from the name Hild, formed from Old Norse hildr, meaning 'battle'. Hild, a Nordic-German Bellona, was a Valkyrie who conveyed fallen warriors to Valhalla. Warfare was often called Hild's Game. Hilda of Whitby was an early Christian saint. Hylda is a spelling variant. Hilde is a variant of Hilda. Another variation on Hild is Hildur. Hildy is an English nickname. Ildikó is a Hungarian form of the name. The name became rare in England during the later Middle Ages, but was revived in the 19th century.

Surname: Bartels

English

Adolf Bartels (1862–1945), German journalist and poet Adolph Heinrich Friedrich Bartels (1819–1878), German-born mayor of Adelaide, Australia Adolphe Bartels (1802–1862), Belgian liberal, journalist and writer Aloysius Bartels (1915–2002), Dutch politician and state secretary Anna Bartels (1869–1950), Swedish opera singer Arthur Bartels (born 1971), German mathematician Carel Hendrik Bartels (1792–1850), Dutch Gold Coast businessman Carl Bernard Bartels (1866–1955), German/British sculptor Cornelius Ludewich Bartels (died 1804), Governor-General of the Dutch Gold Coast from 1798 to 1804 Edward.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Hilda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Hilda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Hilda Bartels:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Hilda?
The first name Hilda originates from Norse. Hilda is one of several feminine given names derived from the name Hild, formed from Old Norse hildr, meaning 'battle'. Hild, a Nordic-German Bellona, was a Valkyrie who conveyed fallen warriors to Valhalla. Warfare was often called Hild's Game. Hilda of Whitby was an early Christian saint. Hylda is a spelling variant. Hilde is a variant of Hilda. Another variation on Hild is Hildur. Hildy is an English nickname. Ildikó is a Hungarian form of the name. The name became rare in England during the later Middle Ages, but was revived in the 19th century.
When was Hilda most popular?
The name Hilda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bartels?
The surname Bartels originates from English. Adolf Bartels (1862–1945), German journalist and poet Adolph Heinrich Friedrich Bartels (1819–1878), German-born mayor of Adelaide, Australia Adolphe Bartels (1802–1862), Belgian liberal, journalist and writer Aloysius Bartels (1915–2002), Dutch politician and state secretary Anna Bartels (1869–1950), Swedish opera singer Arthur Bartels (born 1971), German mathematician Carel Hendrik Bartels (1792–1850), Dutch Gold Coast businessman Carl Bernard Bartels (1866–1955), German/British sculptor Cornelius Ludewich Bartels (died 1804), Governor-General of the Dutch Gold Coast from 1798 to 1804 Edward.
What are the origins of the name Hilda Bartels?
The name Hilda Bartels combines two different traditions: the first name Hilda has Norse roots, while the surname Bartels originates from English.
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