Wilda
wi(l)-da
US Popularity:27100
Origin:British
Meaning:Wild; Uncivilized; Fairy; Elf
Wilda is a feminine name of Old English and Old German origin, meaning “wild,” “uncivilized,” “elf,” or “fairy.” A baby with this down-to-earth name can embrace the freeing nature of her title, running wild as she discovers the beauty of the world in which she lives. Like a willow tree in the breeze, Wilda can go with the flow of life, knowing her family and roots will support her throughout her journey. Also a last name, Wilda is believed to have been most common in England and is thought to have come from the Old English wilde or the Old Norse alfr, which means “fairy.” As with everything in nature, baby will truly be one-of-a-kind.
How Popular Is The Name Wilda?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#17584
in 2022
- 4647
from 2015
Sources
Ancestry, Wilda Family History
House of Names, Wilda History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Wilda, April 2022
Name Doctor, Wilda
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