Matilda
muh-TIL-duh
Girl · German
Meaning: Battle-mighty, powerful in battle
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Mathilda
Girl · German · Long name
- Meaning
- Mighty in battle, battle maiden
- Pronunciation
- muh-TIL-duh
- Origin
- German
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
From Germanic 'maht' (might) and 'hild' (battle).
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
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Languages in use: German, English, Scandinavian
Commonly used in: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
MatildaEnglish
Common form.
Cultural associations
People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.
Empress Matilda
1102–1167
Daughter of Henry I of England, claimant to the English throne.
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Behind the Name, German Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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