Girl Name · English Origin
Clotilde
Considering Clotilde? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Strong-willed", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Claudell.
Clotilde meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Strong-willed
Origin: English naming roots help connect Clotilde to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Clotilde as C·L·O·T·I·L·D·E, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Clotilde is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Clotilde variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Clotildea, Clotildee, Clotildey, Clotild.
- Nicknames: Clot and C.
- Middle names: Pair Clotilde with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Clotilde middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Claudell, Clide, Claude, Caldwell, Clyde — full picks on the sibling names for Clotilde guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Clotilde? Browse our names like Clotilde guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Clotilde
What does the name Clotilde mean?
Clotilde means "Strong-willed" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Clotilde?
Clotilde originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Clotilde?
Clotilde has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Clotilde a boy's or girl's name?
Clotilde is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Clotilde in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Clotilde sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Clotilde?
Names that share Clotilde's sound and style include Claudell, Clide, Claude, Caldwell, Clyde.
What middle names pair well with Clotilde?
Good middle-name fits for Clotilde pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Clotilde is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Clotilde is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Clotilde?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Clotilde share its rhythm without rhyming — Claudell, Clide, Claude all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.