Hylda is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of unknown origin. It gained some popularity during the early to mid-20th century, particularly in Britain and North America. The name Hylda has a unique, vintage charm that sets it apart from more common names. Despite its rarity today, Hylda was once popular enough to appear in literature and pop culture, such as in the novel "Hylda, or, Through Scorn to Death" by Florence L. Barclay and the film "The Man Who Knew Too Much" featuring a character named Hylda Quince.
"Hylda was a somewhat popular name at the turn of the century, with peaks in popularity between 1909 and 1927."