Hildi

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Pronounced HIL-dee /ˈhɪl.di/Medium

Meaning: A pet form of Hilda/Hildegard, from the Old Germanic hild, 'battle; war' - a name of Valkyrie strength worn lightly. Crisp and vintage-warm.Low

In 30 seconds: A vintage-warm name: Hildi is a pet form of Hilda, 'battle' (said 'HIL-dee'). Crisp and cheerful.

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Origin MediumGerman

MeaningA pet form of Hilda/Hildegard, from the Old Germanic hild, 'battle; war' - a name of Valkyrie strength worn lightly. Crisp and vintage-warm.

History & Origin

Hildi is a short form of Hilda ('battle; war'). It reads crisp and vintage-warm - extremely rare in the U.S. (said 'HIL-dee').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Hildi is a pet form of Hilda/Hildegard, from the Germanic hild ('battle; war') - a name of Valkyrie strength worn as a bright, cheerful pet form (said 'HIL-dee').

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References - Hildi — pet form of Hilda 'battle; war'

Variations

HildaHildyHildie

Nicknames

HilDilly

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hildi mean?

Hildi is a pet form of Hilda/Hildegard, from Germanic 'battle; war.'

How do you pronounce Hildi?

It's said HIL-dee /ˈhɪl.di/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hildi a boy or girl name?

Hildi is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Hildi?

Hildi is extremely rare in the U.S.