Matilda vs Magdalena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matilda

Girl #410 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"mighty in battle"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #836 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"woman from Magdala"

Origin: Hebrew Migdal (tower)

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Matilda Rank #410

Magdalena Rank #836

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 vs #836 for Magdalena.

Is Matilda or Magdalena more popular?

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 compared to Magdalena at #836 in the United States.

What do Matilda and Magdalena mean?

Matilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin). Magdalena means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew Migdal (tower) origin).

Are Matilda and Magdalena boy or girl names?

Matilda is primarily a girl name. Magdalena is primarily a girl name.