Mathilde Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mathilde originates from Old High German, meaning 'strength in battle.' It evolved through various historical forms, reflecting its noble heritage. Mathilde is often associated with strong traits and lacks biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the medieval period and maintains a classic image today.
The name Mathilde is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mathilde has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mathilde' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1377th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4426th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6498th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5649th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mathilde' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mathilde"
Pronunciation
/məˈtiːld/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Mathilde is derived from the Germanic elements 'maht' meaning 'might' or 'strength' and 'hild' meaning 'battle'.
Meaning
strength in battle
Language Evolution
Mahthildis, Matilda, Mathilde
Historical Usage
Mathilde gained popularity during the medieval period, especially in the context of European royalty and nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Matilda, Maud, Tilda
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mathilde is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Mathilde of France, Mathilde Kschessinska, Mathilde Jorissen
📊 Mathilde Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Mathilde Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 1894
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mathilde"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mathilde"
"Mathilde" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1377th of 9107 | 570 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4426th of 9204 | 74 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6498th of 35406 | 293 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5649th of 30306 | 269 |
Regional Popularity of "Mathilde" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mathilde" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
63.31% 873rd/1379 |
47.97% 1135th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
91.27% 4713th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
73.66% 5497th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
72.81% 3267th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mathilde"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mathilde" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.