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