Gilda Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gilda Name at a Glance

Name	Gilda
Meaning	Golden. Also an abbreviation of Teutonic names containing -gilde, such as the Old English name Earmengild.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Gilda Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gilda means “Golden. Also an abbreviation of Teutonic names containing -gilde, such as the Old English name Earmengild”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gilda Name Origin

Our database records Gilda under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gilda a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gilda is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gilda

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