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Meaning & History
Possibly derived from the medieval given name Hilleken, which is a variant form of Hildeken. If not, then it is derived from a Germanic feminine given name that had hild "battle" as the first element. It is uncertain what the second element of that name would be derived from. Also compare the name Hillegonda, which is another example of how Hild- names can turn into Hill- names.