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Gerda vs Matilda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matilda

Girl #410 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"mighty in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English Australian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#410
Total SSA Count
769
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerda Rank #24,258
Matilda Rank #410

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 vs #24258 for Gerda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerda or Matilda more popular?

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 compared to Gerda at #24258 in the United States.

What do Gerda and Matilda mean?

Matilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Gerda and Matilda boy or girl names?

Gerda is primarily a girl name. Matilda is primarily a girl name.

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