# What Does the Name Matilda Mean?

Matilda is a girl name of German origin. It means “strength in battle”.

**Origin:** German

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** muh-TIL-duh

The name Matilda comes from German roots, where it carries the meaning “strength in battle”. It is pronounced muh-TIL-duh.

Is Matilda a boy or girl name? Matilda is traditionally used as a girl name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Matilda?

Matilda means “strength in battle”. It is a name of German origin.

### What origin is the name Matilda?

Matilda is of German origin.

### Is Matilda a boy or girl name?

Matilda is traditionally a girl name.