Mathilda — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Mathilda is an elegant and sophisticated name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'maht', meaning "might" or "strength", and 'hild', meaning "battle" or "war".
Mathilda
Meaning of Mathilda:
Mathilda is an elegant and sophisticated name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'maht', meaning "might" or "strength", and 'hild', meaning "battle" or "war". Mathilda signifies a powerful warrior and carries a sense of strength, resilience, and bravery. It is a name that portrays a strong and independent girl with a fighting spirit.
- Gender: Girl
- Origin: Germanic, Swedish, English
- US popularity: In 2022, 36 newborns in the United States were named Mathilda (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1918 with 180 babies.
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What does the name Mathilda mean?
Mathilda is an elegant and sophisticated name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'maht', meaning "might" or "strength", and 'hild', meaning "battle" or "war". Mathilda signifies a powerful warrior and carries a sense of strength, resilience, and bravery.
What is the origin of the name Mathilda?
Mathilda is a girl's name of Germanic, Swedish, English origin.
Is Mathilda a boy or girl name?
Mathilda is commonly used as a girl's name.
How popular is the name Mathilda?
In 2022, 36 newborns in the United States were named Mathilda, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1918, with 180 babies given the name.
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