Matilda
Mighty in battle
Germanic
Girl · M
Matilda
“Mighty in battle”
Name Details & Attributes
Meanings
Strength
Warrior
Personality Traits
Syllables
3
About this name
Matilda is a Germanic name composed of the elements 'maht' (might) and 'hild' (battle). It was introduced to England by the Normans and has a royal history.
It means "Mighty in battle." Matilda has a popularity score of 88 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced muh-TIL-duh. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Strength and History. Its listed personality traits are Strong, Intelligent and Resilient. It has 3 syllables and 7 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Mathilda and Tilly.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Matilda mean?
The name Matilda means "Mighty in battle."
What origin is the name Matilda?
Matilda is of Germanic origin.
Is Matilda a boy or girl name?
Matilda is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Matilda?
Matilda is pronounced muh-TIL-duh.
Is Matilda popular?
Matilda has a popularity score of 88 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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