Matilda

Girl's name

Matilda is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Mahthildis, which means "strength in battle."

Meaning Strong in battle
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 769
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Matilda of Tuscany - Medieval military and political leader.
  • Matilda Joslyn Gage - Women's rights activist and suffragist.
  • Matilda Ramsay - Television presenter and chef.
  • Matilda Ledger - Daughter of actors Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams.
  • Matilda Lutz - Italian actress known for horror films.
  • Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones - Opera singer and soprano.
  • Matilda of Flanders - Queen consort of William the Conqueror.
  • Matilda of Scotland - Queen consort of Henry I of England.
  • Matilda of Boulogne - Queen consort of King Stephen of England.
  • Matilda of England - Daughter of King Henry II.

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