Marykate vs Mathilda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marykate

Girl #4,506 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness + pure"

Origin: Hebrew + Greek

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,506
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
MK, Mary, Kate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Marykate Rank #4,506
Mathilda Rank #4,583

Marykate is more popular, ranked #4506 vs #4583 for Mathilda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marykate ___

  • Marykate Rose
  • Marykate Grace
  • Marykate Louise
  • Marykate Elizabeth
  • Marykate Anne
  • Marykate Claire

Mathilda ___

  • Mathilda Rose
  • Mathilda Jane
  • Mathilda Grace
  • Mathilda Claire
  • Mathilda Blythe
  • Mathilda Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Marykate

Ashley Brigid Siobhan Patrick Liam

If you choose Mathilda

Beatrice Adelaide Wilhelmina Edmund Leopold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marykate or Mathilda more popular?

Marykate is more popular, ranked #4506 compared to Mathilda at #4583 in the United States.

What do Marykate and Mathilda mean?

Marykate means "sea of bitterness + pure" (Hebrew + Greek origin). Mathilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Marykate and Mathilda boy or girl names?

Marykate is primarily a girl name. Mathilda is primarily a girl name.

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