Tilda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tilda is derived from the Old High German name Mahthildis, which means 'strength in battle'. It evolved through various forms, particularly as Matilda in Middle English, before becoming popular as Tilda in modern usage. The name is characterized by its vintage charm and is associated with creativity. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Tilda is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Tilda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tilda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1298th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1899th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2748th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7287th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17951st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tilda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tilda"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪldə/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
Tilda is a diminutive form of the name Matilda, which comes from the Old High German name Mahthildis, meaning 'strength in battle'.
Meaning
strength in battle
Language Evolution
Mahthildis (Old High German), Matilda (Old French, Middle English), Tilda (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Tilda gained popularity in the 19th century as a standalone name, particularly in Scandinavian countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Matilda, Tildy, Tildie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tilda is viewed as a charming and vintage name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Tilda Swinton (actress), Tilda K. (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tilda"
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 "Tilda"
"Tilda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1298th of 9107 | 632 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1899th of 9204 | 344 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2748th of 12526 | 330 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7287th of 19264 | 91 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17951st of 35406 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7419th of 30306 | 184 |
Regional Popularity of "Tilda" 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 "Tilda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
46.53% 1101st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
61.71% 1452nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
79.14% 2258th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tilda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tilda" 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.