Matilda
Female name · ♻ Vintage
19,803
Total Births
1886
Peak Year
#434
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Matilda
Matilda is a vintage female name experiencing a revival in recent years. Originally popular in the early 20th century, it peaked during the 1880s. With 19,803 total births recorded, it carries a timeless charm.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 4,338 births |
| 1890s | 3,713 births |
| 1900s | 2,885 births |
| 1910s | 2,790 births |
| 1920s | 2,105 births |
| 1930s | 866 births |
| 1940s | 515 births |
| 1950s | 392 births |
| 1960s | 146 births |
| 2000s | 235 births |
| 2010s | 1,244 births |
| 2020s | 574 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Matilda?
Matilda has been given to 19,803 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1886 with 489 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #434.
Is Matilda a boy or girl name?
Matilda is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Matilda most popular?
Matilda was most popular in 1886, when 489 babies were given this name. The name has been making a comeback after years of decline.
How old is the name Matilda?
Matilda first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).