Hilja
Girl nameHilja has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1894. It peaked in 1917.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
81
Peak year
1917 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1894
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Hilja — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Hilja.
Sibling name ideas for Hilja
Same era and popularity as Hilja, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Hilja?
Hilja has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1894. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Hilja peak?
Hilja peaked in 1917, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Hilja a girl or boy name?
Hilja is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Hilja are girls).
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