Girl Name · Germanic Origin
Matilda
Matilda is a girl baby name of Germanic origin, meaning "Mighty in battle". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Matilda often also consider Mathilda.
Matilda meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Mighty in battle
Origin: Germanic naming roots help connect Matilda to related Germanic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Matilda as M·A·T·I·L·D·A, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Matilda is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Matilda variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Matildaa, Matildae, Matilday, Matild.
- Nicknames: Mati and M.
- Middle names: Pair Matilda with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Matilda middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Mathilda, Matilde, Mathilde, Malinda, Madelyn — full picks on the sibling names for Matilda guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Matilda? Browse our names like Matilda 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 Matilda
What does the name Matilda mean?
Matilda means "Mighty in battle" and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Matilda?
Matilda originates in Germanic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Matilda?
Matilda has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Matilda a boy's or girl's name?
Matilda is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Matilda in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Matilda sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Matilda?
Names that share Matilda's sound and style include Mathilda, Matilde, Mathilde, Malinda, Madelyn.
What middle names pair well with Matilda?
Good middle-name fits for Matilda pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Matilda is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Matilda is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Matilda?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Matilda share its rhythm without rhyming — Mathilda, Matilde, Mathilde all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.