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Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: Battle, fight

Hilda is a Scandinavian girl's name of Norse and Germanic origin. For the talented and tenacious warrior-to-be, this name means "battle" or "fight." A true testament to baby's inner Viking, this name will embrace heritage and spirit alike. Video game fans may recognize this fiery title from Assassins’s Creed and, of course, there's the witchy aunt from the Sabrina The Teenage Witch franchise. The name itself is one of several names derived from the Norse Hildr, the name of a mythological Valkyrie who carried fallen soldiers to Valhalla—a glorious afterlife of sorts. Baby Hilda, with a gentle disposition, needn’t fear war, however, as her name is also shared with the patron saint of learning, culture and poetry. From the frontline to the arts, this little girl will have no trouble finding her place in the world.