Tilda
Tilda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Tilda
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, short form of Matilda.
How popular is Tilda?
Since 1880, 2,040 girls in the U.S. have been named Tilda. Its highest rank for girls was #323 in 1883. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Tilda
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Tilda
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Tilda FAQ
What does the name Tilda mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, short form of Matilda.
What is the origin of the name Tilda?
Tilda is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Tilda?
Since 1880, 2,040 girls in the U.S. have been named Tilda. Its highest rank for girls was #323 in 1883. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Tilda a boy or girl name?
Tilda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,040 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.