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Matilda: Meaning & Origin

Matilda is a girl name of Germanic origin meaning “Mighty in battle. Empress Matilda was a claimant to the English throne during the civil war known as The Anarchy.”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 25% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

mə-TIL-də

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

75/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 25% of popular names.

Nicknames

TillyMattie

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

31%
51
2010
35
Current
#34
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Matilda Rose
  • Matilda Anne
  • Matilda Victoria

Famous Namesakes

  • Empress Matilda

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Matilda