Matilda
Girl · German / English
matilda · 3 beats
Meaning
Mighty in battle; the Norman queen who never gave up, and Roald Dahl's bookish heroine.
The vibe
Matilda is the name of someone who reads three books a week and ALSO leads a revolution. Vintage and scholarly, her Germanic roots suit someone fiercely intelligent and quietly brave.
Quick questions
Is Matilda a boy's or a girl's name?
Matilda is a girl's name of German / English origin.
What is a good nickname for Matilda?
Tilly is the natural nickname for Matilda.
How popular is Matilda?
Matilda sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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