Wilda
Wilda Meaning and Origin
The name Wilda is a girl’s name meaning “strive” and is of German origin. “Wilda” has roots in Old Germanic languages. In this context, it is derived from the Germanic word “wild” meaning “wild” or “untamed.” As a given name, “Wilda” can symbolize qualities such as independence, free-spiritedness, or a connection to nature. In English, “Wilda” is often considered a variant of the name “Willa,” which itself is a short form of the name “Wilhelmina” or “William.” It is derived from the Germanic elements “wil” meaning “will” or “desire” and “helm” meaning “helmet” or “protection.”
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