Matilda
Meaning of Matilda
The name Matilda, a classic choice for girls, has its roots in Germanic origin, meaning "mighty in battle." Pronounced as "mah-TIL-dah" in German and "MAH-till-duh" or "muh-TIL-duh" in English, the name carries a sense of strength and resilience. Matilda has been a popular name throughout history, associated with various queens and noblewomen. It gained literary fame through Roald Dahl's beloved children's book "Matilda," which tells the story of an exceptionally intelligent and brave young girl. The name has seen fluctuating popularity over the years in the United States but remains a timeless favorite, ranking 437th in 2023. Variations of the name include Mathilda, offering parents different stylistic choices while retaining its strong heritage.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as mah-TIL-dah (/ma'tɪlda//)
British English
- Pronunced as MAH-till-duh (/mɑ'tildə/)
American English
- Pronunced as muh-TIL-duh (/məˈtɪldə/)
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Notable People Named Matilda
| Matilda of Tuscany, also known as la Gran Contessa, was a prominent figure in Italian Middle Ages, known for her strategic leadership in military and diplomatic affairs. |
| Matilda Joslyn Gage was a prominent American writer and activist known for her advocacy for women's suffrage, Native American rights, abolitionism, and freethought, and she is the eponym for the Matilda effect. |
| Matilda of Scotland, also known as Good Queen Maud, was the first wife of King Henry I and served as regent of England during his absences. |
| Matilda of Flanders was a powerful queen and regent, known for her role as the mother of two English kings and seven other children. |
| Matilda of England, Duchess of Saxony - Matilda of England was an English princess who became Duchess consort of Saxony and Bavaria in the 12th century. |
| Matilda Ridout Edgar was a Canadian historian and feminist who became Lady Edgar and published three books while advocating for women's causes in Toronto. |
| Matilda of Savoy, Queen of Portugal - Matilda of Savoy became Queen of Portugal when she married King Afonso Henriques in 1146. |
| Matilda Koen-Sarano is a renowned Israeli writer of Turkish Jewish descent, celebrated for her work in the Ladino language. |
| Matilda of Anjou, also known as Mahaut, married William Adelin, son and heir apparent of Henry I of England in 1119. |
| Matilda Dodge Wilson, a prominent philanthropist and co-founder of Oakland University, was known for her significant contributions to education and her association with the Dodge motor car company. |
| Matilda Geddings Gray was a prominent American heiress, businesswoman, art collector, and philanthropist. |
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| Matilda of France, a prominent member of the Carolingian dynasty, served as Queen of Burgundy through her marriage to King Conrad I until her passing in 968. |
| Matilda of Bavaria, Margravine of Meissen - Matilde of Bavaria was the eldest daughter of Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor and a member of the House of Wittelsbach. |
| Matilda of Saxony, countess of Flanders - Matilda of Saxony was a Saxon aristocrat who became countess of Flanders through her marriage to Baldwin III, Count of Flanders. |
