♀ Name Mathilda – strength in battle
| Origin: | Old German |
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| Meaning: | strength in battle |
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Mathilda is a classic name of Old German origin, traditionally understood to mean “strength in battle.” It is closely related to Matilda and has a long history in European naming traditions.
Where does the name Mathilda come from?
Mathilda is an Old German name.
What does the name Mathilda mean?
Mathilda means “strength in battle” (from Old High German “maht” = strength/might + “hiltja” = battle).
Word composition
- Old High German “maht” = strength, might
- Old High German “hiltja” = battle
Pronunciation of Mathilda
Variants
Mathylda Matilda Matillda MatthildaParents who like the name Mathilda also like
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Based on the frequency of positive ratings, we can analyze how popular names are in different countries. The name Mathilda is currently ranked #65 on the name leaderboard. It is one of the most popular baby names.
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