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Matilde Pronunciation

Matilde is pronounced mah-TEEL-deh /mɑˈtil.dɛ/High

Meaning: Italian/Portuguese/Spanish form of Matilda — Germanic maht, 'might', plus hild, 'battle'High

In 30 seconds: Mighty in battle, Romance-language lovely: Matilde is the continental Matilda — strength and song in one. A queen's name, a Neruda muse.

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Origin HighGermanic, Italian

MeaningItalian/Portuguese/Spanish form of Matilda — Germanic maht, 'might', plus hild, 'battle'

U.S. rank (2024)#4002 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1927

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,193

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Matilde is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Matilda — Germanic maht, 'might', plus hild, 'battle'. Borne by medieval queens and Neruda's beloved, it blends power and grace.

In the U.S. it appears in Latin and Italian families. Rare, battle-mighty at the root, and elegant.

Did you know? Pablo Neruda wrote 100 love sonnets to his Matilde — the name pairs 'mighty in battle' with some of the tenderest poetry ever written.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Matilde — etymology

Variations

MatildaMathildeMatylda

Nicknames

TildeMati

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If you like Matilde…

Matilda— the English form of the same name

Griselda— another mighty vintage classic

Adelaide— shares Matilde's Germanic roots

Adalaide— echoes that soft -de sound

Maude— shares the -de ending

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Matilde?

Matilde is pronounced mah-TEEL-deh (/mɑˈtil.dɛ/). Press play above to hear Matilde said aloud.

How do you say Matilde?

Matilde is said mah-TEEL-deh (/mɑˈtil.dɛ/). Press play above to hear Matilde said aloud.

What does the name Matilde mean?

Matilde is the Romance-language Matilda, Germanic for 'mighty in battle'.

Is Matilde a boy or girl name?

Matilde is a girl's name.

How popular is Matilde?

Matilde is a rare name in the U.S., popular in Italy and Portugal.