"mighty in battle"
Origin: Old High German
Language: Germanic
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Meaning & Origin
"battle strength"
Origin: Old High German (maht + hild)
Language: Germanic
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The Story of Matilde
Matilde is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Mathilde (or Matilda), from the Old High German Mahthildis — combining maht (might, strength) and hild (battle). It was carried into England by William the Conqueror's wife Matilda of Flanders in 1066, making it a name associated with Norman royalty. The Empress Matilda (1102–1167) fought a civil war for the English throne, embodying the name's fierce legacy.
Matilde is currently rising across Southern Europe, particularly in Italy, Spain, and Brazil, as parents seek classic names with historical depth. In Scandinavia, Mathilde remains a popular royal name — Queen Mathilde of Belgium has given it contemporary visibility.
In Brazil, Matilde has strong literary associations through the poem Quero-quero by Olavo Bilac. In Belgium, Queen Mathilde (born 1973) has made the name fashionable across Europe. In Norway and Denmark, Mathilde is a beloved traditional name with royal pedigree.
Historical Record
Matilde first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,895 babies have been named Matilde in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Matilde is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,957 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Empress Matilda of England (1102–1167) fought for the English throne in a civil war known as The Anarchy
- Queen Mathilde of Belgium (born 1973) is the first native-born Belgian to become queen consort
- The Australian folk song Waltzing Matilda uses Matilda to mean a swag (bundle carried by a traveler), giving the name a completely different meaning Down Under
Matilde in Other Languages
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Swedish
Matilda
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Popularity Over Time
#3,957
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Queen Mathilde of Belgium
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1973
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Empress Matilda
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1102
Daughter of Henry I of England who fought a civil war for the English throne, nearly becoming the first female ruler of ...
Daughter of Henry I of England who fought a civil war for the English throne, nearly becoming the first female ruler of England
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,957
- Total SSA Count
- 37
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Scandinavian French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tilde
Mati
Tillie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matilde
What does the name Matilde mean?
"mighty in battle" (from Old High German). "battle strength" (from Old High German (maht + hild)). Matilde is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Mathilde (or Matilda), from the Old High German Mahthildis — combining maht (might, strength) and hild (battle). It was carried into England by William the Conqueror's wife Matilda of Flanders in 1066, making it a name associated with Norman royalty. The Empress Matilda (1102–1167) fought a civil war for the English throne, embodying the name's fierce legacy.
What is the origin of the name Matilde?
Matilde has Old High German, Old High German (maht + hild), Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Scandinavian, and French origins. In Old High German, it means "mighty in battle". In Old High German (maht + hild), it means "battle strength".
Is Matilde a boy or girl name?
Matilde is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3957. As a boy name, it is ranked #15677. Matilde is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Matilde?
Matilde is currently ranked #3957 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Matilde?
Common nicknames for Matilde include Tilde, Mati, and Tillie.
What are good middle names for Matilde?
Popular middle name pairings include Matilde Rose, Matilde Elena, Matilde Lucia, Matilde Sofia, Matilde Clara, and Matilde Beatriz.
What are good sibling names for Matilde?
Names that pair well with Matilde as siblings include Isadora, Lorenzo, Beatrice, Sebastiano, Fiamma, and Luca.
How many syllables does Matilde have?
Matilde has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Matilde a common or rare name?
Matilde is an uncommon name, ranked #3957 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Matilde?
Related spellings include Matilda.
About the Name Matilde
Matilde is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Scandinavian, and French origins . The name means "mighty in battle" in Old High German .
Is Matilde a boy or girl name? Matilde is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,957 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,677. Matilde is more commonly used as a girl name.
Matilde is currently ranked #3,957 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Matilde has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Matilde include Tilde, Mati, and Tillie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Matilde include Matilda . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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