Female Name
Mathilda
mə.ˈtɪl.də
maː.ˈtɪl.daː
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Animal Crossing characters
Black Butler characters
currently out of the US top 1000
ends in -da
European princesses
Fire Emblem characters
lawyers
love island Sweden
Nintendo characters
princesses
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
67/100
classic140%
mature80%
formal120%
upper class100%
wholesome80%
strong100%
refined80%
strange100%
complex80%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
Mathilda is a variant of the name Matilda, which originates from the Germanic name Mahthildis, meaning 'strength in battle'. The name has been used across various cultures and periods, often associated with strong and influential women.
Etymology
Original Form:
Mahthildis
Evolution:
The name evolved from Mahthildis to Matilda, and later to Mathilda, reflecting changes in language and cultural influences.
Source:
Historical linguistics and name etymology studies.