Gilda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gilda is an Italian name meaning 'golden', originating from the word 'gilda'. It has historical forms in Old English and has gained popularity since the mid-20th century. The name is associated with elegance and is not directly linked to biblical texts. Notable figures include Gilda Radner, contributing to its modern image.
The name Gilda is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gilda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gilda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 587th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 660th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1775th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3732nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9219th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12210th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gilda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gilda"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɪldə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Gilda is derived from the Italian word 'gilda', which means 'golden' or 'golden-haired'. It is often associated with wealth and richness.
Meaning
golden
Language Evolution
Gilda (Italian), Gild (Old English)
Historical Usage
The name Gilda gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s, due in part to cultural influences such as films and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Gildy, Gildaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gilda is perceived as a unique and vintage name, often associated with elegance and charm.
Famous People
Gilda Radner, an American comedian and actress known for her work on Saturday Night Live., Gilda Teixeira, a Brazilian politician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gilda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gilda"
"Gilda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 587th of 9107 | 2,605 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 660th of 9204 | 2,116 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 676th of 12526 | 3,830 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1775th of 19264 | 840 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3732nd of 27321 | 417 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9219th of 35406 | 179 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12210th of 30306 | 84 |
Regional Popularity of "Gilda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gilda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.16% 682nd/1416 |
17.48% 241st/1379 |
53.34% 1262nd/2366 |
68.83% 786th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
55.89% 864th/1546 |
21.08% 328th/1556 |
45.81% 1078th/2353 |
67.49% 1044th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.92% 889th/2227 |
24.81% 603rd/2430 |
19.28% 550th/2853 |
26.20% 727th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
43.47% 1514th/3483 |
39.57% 1392nd/3518 |
31.21% 1262nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
46.88% 2435th/5194 |
37.96% 2398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gilda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gilda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.