Gilda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIL-duh / ˈdʒɪl.dəItalian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: gilded; Hebrew: a form of the name Gilead
Historical & Cultural Background
Gilda is of Italian origin, often associated with the word 'gilded,' suggesting something precious or valuable. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly due to the influence of the film 'Gilda' starring Rita Hayworth. The name has also been linked to Hebrew roots, where it is considered a variant of Gilead, a biblical name.
Trend Summary
Gilda has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gildy
International Variants
- Gilda (Italian)
- Gilde (Dutch)
Famous people named Gilda
Gilda Radner was a famous American comedian and actress known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live.'.
Gilda L. M. M. de Jong is a Dutch artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Gilda
Gilda is a character in the film 'Gilda,' portrayed by Rita Hayworth, who becomes a symbol of femme fatale.
Gilda is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House,' known for her role as a student at Hexside School.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gilda was first seen in the United States in 1898. Gilda has ranked as high as #700 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Massachusetts, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Gilda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gilda (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 17 |
| 1908 | 26 |
| 1909 | 23 |
| 1910 | 34 |
| 1911 | 42 |
| 1912 | 50 |
| 1913 | 78 |
| 1914 | 96 |
| 1915 | 101 |
| 1916 | 123 |
| 1917 | 135 |
| 1918 | 115 |
| 1919 | 125 |
| 1920 | 130 |
| 1921 | 154 |
| 1922 | 164 |
| 1923 | 148 |
| 1924 | 202 |
| 1925 | 200 |
| 1926 | 293 |
| 1927 | 321 |
| 1928 | 291 |
| 1929 | 257 |
| 1930 | 210 |
| 1931 | 179 |
| 1932 | 188 |
| 1933 | 123 |
| 1934 | 110 |
| 1935 | 112 |
| 1936 | 74 |
| 1937 | 81 |
| 1938 | 72 |
| 1939 | 75 |
| 1940 | 71 |
| 1941 | 50 |
| 1942 | 55 |
| 1943 | 39 |
| 1944 | 61 |
| 1945 | 68 |
| 1946 | 305 |
| 1947 | 346 |
| 1948 | 281 |
| 1949 | 244 |
| 1950 | 232 |
| 1951 | 265 |
| 1952 | 263 |
| 1953 | 242 |
| 1954 | 249 |
| 1955 | 193 |
| 1956 | 179 |
| 1957 | 172 |
| 1958 | 144 |
| 1959 | 140 |
| 1960 | 137 |
| 1961 | 123 |
| 1962 | 113 |
| 1963 | 110 |
| 1964 | 92 |
| 1965 | 85 |
| 1966 | 74 |
| 1967 | 67 |
| 1968 | 54 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1971 | 60 |
| 1972 | 55 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 40 |
| 1975 | 53 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 29 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |