Holding steady.
Popularity of Huldah since 1880
Babies named Huldah per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Huldah's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 121 |
| 1890s | 177 |
| 1900s | 135 |
| 1910s | 166 |
| 1920s | 176 |
| 1930s | 41 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Huldah is a rare biblical name that reached its peak popularity in 1882, ranking among the top 1000 names for girls in the United States during the 1880s. Since then, its usage has declined sharply, and it has not appeared in the Social Security Administration's top 1000 since the mid-20th century. The name's trajectory reflects a pattern typical of many ancient Hebrew names that fell out of fashion after the early 1900s. Though it saw a slight revival during the late 19th century, Huldah remains a unique choice today, associated with the Old Testament prophetess who played a role in the religious reforms of King Josiah.
Huldah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word חולדה (chuldah), meaning 'mole' or 'weasel.' In the Old Testament, Huldah was a prophetess consulted by King Josiah during the temple renovations (2 Kings 22). The name was used among Puritans in the 17th century and saw modest use in the United States in the late 19th century, peaking in 1882. Its popularity declined sharply in the 20th century, making it a rare choice today.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Huldie
Variants: Hulda
Sibling names for Huldah
Names that share Huldah's style, for a brother or sister.
