Hilda Graff

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hilda Graff — Norse
116K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hilda Graff 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 Graff: Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame. 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: Graff

English

Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame.

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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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Notable People Named Hilda Graff

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Graff?
The surname Graff originates from English. Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame.
What are the origins of the name Hilda Graff?
The name Hilda Graff combines two different traditions: the first name Hilda has Norse roots, while the surname Graff originates from English.
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