Rilda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationRIL-duh / ˈrɪl.dəGerman; English
Meaning
German: mighty counsel; English: variant of Rilda
Historical & Cultural Background
Rilda is a name that has roots in both German and English cultures. In German, it is derived from elements meaning 'mighty' and 'counsel'. The name has seen limited use in modern times, making it relatively unique. Its rarity may appeal to parents looking for distinctive names for their daughters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rilda was first seen in the United States in 1888. Rilda has ranked as high as #901 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Rilda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rilda (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 |