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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Mighty in battle
- Origin
- Germanic (short form of Matilda)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- TIL-duh
Tilda is a Germanic name, used as a short form of Matilda, carrying the meaning "mighty in battle." If you're drawn to short, historic names with a clear root rather than an invented one, Tilda fits that mold. Social Security records for the name go all the way back to 1880, so it has a long documented history in the U.S.
Meaning & Origin of Tilda
Meaning: Mighty in battle.
Origin: Germanic (short form of Matilda).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tilda
TIL-duhIPA /ˈtɪldə/
Popularity of Tilda
Tilda peaked at #323 in 1883, when 31 babies were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #8359 with only 13 babies recorded — a name that was more common in the 1880s than it is today.
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FAQ
What does the name Tilda mean?
Mighty in battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tilda?
Tilda is pronounced TIL-duh (IPA: /ˈtɪldə/).
Is Tilda a popular name right now?
Tilda peaked at #323 in 1883 and is ranked #8359 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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