Alaina 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
Nicknames
Tilly, Tilda, Mattie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alaina Rank #212
Matilda Rank #410

Alaina is more popular, ranked #212 vs #410 for Matilda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alaina ___

  • Alaina Marie
  • Alaina Grace
  • Alaina Rose
  • Alaina Claire
  • Alaina Nicole
  • Alaina Beth

Matilda ___

  • Matilda Rose
  • Matilda Jane
  • Matilda Grace
  • Matilda Pearl
  • Matilda Eve
  • Matilda Florence

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alaina

Eliana Natalie Sophia Ethan Caleb

If you choose Matilda

Harriet Hugo Beatrice Arthur Clementine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaina or Matilda more popular?

Alaina is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Matilda at #410 in the United States.

What do Alaina and Matilda mean?

Alaina means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin). Matilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Alaina and Matilda boy or girl names?

Alaina is primarily a girl name. Matilda is primarily a girl name.

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