Hulda

Q: What is the origin of Hulda?

Hulda is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Hulda?

According to the latest SSA data, Hulda is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Hulda a girl name?

Hulda is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Weasel; Hidden"

Found in biblical tradition and later European usage, it is commonly linked to Hebrew meanings rendered as weasel or hidden.

Themes:hebrewhiddenbiblicalgermanicrare

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Hulda

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Hulda Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Hulda.

9 ideas

huly

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huld

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hulday

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huldaie

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ulda

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lday

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Hulda mean?

Hulda means "Weasel; Hidden". Found in biblical tradition and later European usage, it is commonly linked to Hebrew meanings rendered as weasel or hid

What is the origin of Hulda?

Hulda is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Hulda?

According to the latest SSA data, Hulda is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Hulda a girl name?

Hulda is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Hulda?

Popular nicknames for Hulda include huly, huld, hulday, huldaie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Hulda?

There are many names similar to Hulda in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, Germanic

Syllables2

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withH

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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