Matilda is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1728 in 1998 with 92 recorded births. This places Matilda in the top 10% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 838 births ranking #365. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 95.7%. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 19,205 girls born was named Matilda. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Matilda is a strong vintage classic meaning 'strength in battle'. It manages to sound both sturdy and charming at the same time.
Borne by medieval queens and noblewomen, Matilda has a long European history and later gained renewed affection through literature and its rich set of nicknames. Its revival has been especially strong among parents drawn to old names with backbone.