Hildur
Meaning: Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Hildur
Origin: Old Norse/Scandinavian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #1010
Total births: 78
History: The story of Hildur begins in Karlstad, where the folk art tradition of kurbits painting shaped the cultural landscape. The name evokes sunlit birch groves on a midsummer evening and the spirit of Swedish harvest festivals in the countryside. Hildur carries within it ödmjukhet — humility before nature and life.
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| Current rank (2022) | #1919 |
| Babies named Hildur in 2022 | 2 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 78 |
| Peak year | 2011 (9 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #587 |
| Years in records | 2004–2022 (18 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 440 spots |
Frequently asked about Hildur
What does the name Hildur mean?
Hildur means “Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Hildur” from Old Norse/Scandinavian roots.
What is the origin of the name Hildur?
Hildur has Old Norse/Scandinavian origin. The traditional meaning is “Bold and substantial, resonating with vigor, as expressed through the name Hildur”.
How popular is Hildur in Sweden?
Hildur ranked #1919 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 2 babies that year.
Is Hildur a boy or girl name?
Hildur is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Hildurs in registered births are female.
Is the name Hildur rising or falling in popularity?
Hildur has fallen 440 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #1479 in 2017 to #1919 in 2022.
How long has Hildur been recorded in Sweden?
Hildur appears in birth records in Sweden across 18 years — from 2004 through 2022.