All about the name

Awilda

Female

« Awilda is a rare Germanic name meaning "wealth" or "riches", derived from Old Germanic elements "Auda" or "Auðr". It gained prominence in Norse mythology as the name of a valkyrie, and was later associated with historical figures like Aud the Deep-Minded. Today, Awilda is seen as a unique and powerful choice for parents seeking a strong moniker for their daughter. »

#5068 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Awilda is a rare female given name. Its exact origin and historical attestation are not firmly established in scholarly literature. The name is associated with early Germanic onomastic traditions, though its specific development remains insufficiently documented.

Meaning of the name Awilda

The exact etymology of this name is not established with certainty.

Origin of the name Awilda

The name is associated with early Germanic onomastic traditions, though its specific historical development remains insufficiently documented.

History of the name Awilda

Historical attestation of the name is extremely limited. No continuous liturgical or folk tradition preserved it across centuries.

Variants and related forms

Orthographic variations in historical sources are insufficiently documented.

Scholars do not fully agree on the historical attestation of specific variants.

Cultural heritage

The name does not appear in major religious texts, medieval romances, or established folk traditions. Its presence in cultural history is primarily limited to onomastic studies of early Germanic naming patterns.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Awilda since 1880

Total births
1,725
Total since 1880
Peak year
1959
89 births
in 1998
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years