Zilda
Girl nameZilda has been given to 66 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
66
Peak year
1916 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1897
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zilda — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zilda.
Sibling name ideas for Zilda
Same era and popularity as Zilda, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zilda?
Zilda has been given to 66 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zilda peak?
Zilda peaked in 1916, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Zilda a girl or boy name?
Zilda is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Zilda are girls).
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