Mathilda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationma-THIL-da / mæˈθɪl.dəGerman; Old High German
Meaning
Strength in battle; mighty in battle
Historical & Cultural Background
Mathilda is derived from the Germanic elements 'maht' meaning 'might' and 'hild' meaning 'battle'. The name has been popular in various forms across Europe, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. It gained prominence in the Middle Ages, partly due to the influence of Saint Mathilda, a 10th-century queen and abbess. The name has seen various spellings and adaptations in different cultures over the centuries.
Trend Summary
Mathilda has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Matilda
- Mathilde
International Variants
- Matilde (Italian)
- Matilda (English)
- Mathilde (French)
- Matylda (Polish)
Famous people named Mathilda
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Fictional characters named Mathilda
Mathilda is a character in the film 'Léon: The Professional', a young girl who forms a bond with a hitman.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mathilda was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mathilda has ranked as high as #694 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, Louisiana, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Mathilda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mathilda (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 72 |
| 1881 | 69 |
| 1882 | 68 |
| 1883 | 100 |
| 1884 | 95 |
| 1885 | 102 |
| 1886 | 120 |
| 1887 | 138 |
| 1888 | 133 |
| 1889 | 168 |
| 1890 | 138 |
| 1891 | 138 |
| 1892 | 150 |
| 1893 | 148 |
| 1894 | 136 |
| 1895 | 127 |
| 1896 | 121 |
| 1897 | 108 |
| 1898 | 130 |
| 1899 | 127 |
| 1900 | 113 |
| 1901 | 109 |
| 1902 | 104 |
| 1903 | 88 |
| 1904 | 101 |
| 1905 | 84 |
| 1906 | 102 |
| 1907 | 90 |
| 1908 | 85 |
| 1909 | 84 |
| 1910 | 95 |
| 1911 | 97 |
| 1912 | 120 |
| 1913 | 101 |
| 1914 | 142 |
| 1915 | 146 |
| 1916 | 170 |
| 1917 | 164 |
| 1918 | 180 |
| 1919 | 142 |
| 1920 | 146 |
| 1921 | 147 |
| 1922 | 140 |
| 1923 | 140 |
| 1924 | 113 |
| 1925 | 100 |
| 1926 | 88 |
| 1927 | 79 |
| 1928 | 57 |
| 1929 | 47 |
| 1930 | 47 |
| 1931 | 42 |
| 1932 | 47 |
| 1933 | 31 |
| 1934 | 38 |
| 1935 | 44 |
| 1936 | 37 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 30 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 41 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 30 |