Mathilda
Mathilda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mathilda
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, a less common spelling of Matilda.
How popular is Mathilda?
Since 1880, 7,527 girls in the U.S. have been named Mathilda. Its highest rank for girls was #168 in 1883. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Mathilda
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Mathilda
Sister and brother names that share Mathilda's Germanic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Mathilda FAQ
What does the name Mathilda mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, a less common spelling of Matilda.
What is the origin of the name Mathilda?
Mathilda is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Mathilda?
Since 1880, 7,527 girls in the U.S. have been named Mathilda. Its highest rank for girls was #168 in 1883. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Mathilda a boy or girl name?
Mathilda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,527 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.