Tilley Girl

Popularity: #924 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationTIL-ee / /ˈtɪli/

English; German

Meaning

English: derived from Matilda; German: battle-mighty

Historical & Cultural Background

In English, Tilley is often considered a diminutive of Matilda, which has roots in medieval history and was popularized by various queens and noblewomen. The German origin relates to the name Matilda as well, emphasizing strength and power in battle. The name has seen various adaptations and has been embraced in different cultures, reflecting a blend of historical significance and modern appeal.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Tilly
  • Tillie

International Variants

  • Matilda (Spanish)
  • Matilde (Italian)
  • Tilde (Swedish)

Famous people named Tilley

Tilley Lindh — American artist.

Tilley Smith — British climate activist.

Fictional characters named Tilley

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tilley was first seen in the United States in 2005. Tilley has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Tilley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Tilley (2023)

StateBirthsShare
TX 5
50%
TN 5
50%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20055
20095
201013
201212
20138
201417
20157
201610
201715
20189
201920
202011
202121
202222
202328
202426