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… documented uses throughout history. Maudette combines the mini-name Maud — a medieval short form of Matilda, meaning "battle-mighty" — with the diminutive French suffix -ette, so together, this name could …

… a favorite. If you want alternatives here are names with similar sounds (Valencia, Vivica), meanings (Nicolette, Gloria), connections to the queen (Alexandrina, Alberta), other former queens (Catherine, Matilda), and more.

… form of names containing the element '-hild' meaning 'battle' or 'conflict,' such as Brunhilda or Matilda. In Spanish-speaking countries, it gained independent usage and popularity, particularly in Latin America …

… commonly, it serves as a nickname for longer names such as Madeline, Madison, Madeleine, or Matilda. Derived from Magdalene, which refers to Mary Magdalene in the New Testament, the name …

… Matthew, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'gift of God.' Alternatively, it may be related to Matilda, with Germanic origins meaning 'strength in battle.' In some cultures, particularly Finnish and Hungarian …

… suggest it may be a variant of Tila or a shortened form of names like Matilda. The name gained notable recognition through the character Teela in the 'Masters of the …

… feminine version of Mottel, itself the Yiddish form of Mordecai. Mattel was commonly Anglicized as Matilda during emigration in the 19th and 20th centuries. Mattel, Inc., the brand behind Barbie …

… Tyler, Tyra, or Tyla, or possibly as an innovative spelling of Tilly (a diminutive of Matilda). With just four letters, Tyli exemplifies the trend toward brief, punchy names that are …

… symbolizing fertility and auspiciousness. The name also exists as a short form of names like Matilda in some European contexts. Tila gained some recognition in Western countries through model and …

… Misty, Mimi, Midnight, Mila, Maya, Mama, and Momo. Cat names currently trending on Nameberry include Matilda , Mae , and Margot . Unique female cat names that start with M include Mamie , Minnow …

… Maddie, Minnie, Mocha, Mabel, Missy, and Mochi. Dog names currently trending on Nameberry include Maeve , Matilda , and Maisie . Unique female dog names that start with M include Marvel , Mitzi , and …

… after the 18th-century German botanist Johann Gottfried Zinn, it appears in Roald Dahl's Matilda as the young protagonist's mother. In the language of flowers, Zinnias symbolize remembrance …

… or fight' in Germanic languages. The name could also relate to Tilly (a diminutive of Matilda) with the masculine suffix -an added. Tilian has gained some contemporary usage, particularly appealing …

… is Hortense, which is coming back into style in Paris but has never caught on in English-speaking countries. A secondary character in Roald Dahl's Matilda is named Hortensia.

… become indelibly linked with the land Down Under through literature or popular culture, such as Matilda and Kylie. Along with Matilda and Kylie, other Australian girl names that are used …

… distant' or 'far.' Alternatively, it might be a diminutive form of names like Otelia or Matilda. Telka has a distinctive sound that feels both modern and timeless. While relatively unknown …

… However, with the recent revival of Frida and other clunky-cool vintage gems like Agatha, Matilda and Theodora, we think this ancient option could be worth a second look. And …

… or 'goal-achiever.' The name also appears in Dutch culture as a short form of Matilda for females or Tilo for males. Til's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist …

… joy following her First Communion, the name may have caught on as an alternative to Matilda, Imogen, Isabella, and Esmeralda, if not for its infamous association with Imelda Marcos, the …

Vintage names that have been used by queens from 1066 to the present day. Enjoy!

… Billie, Kallie, and Nellie. Most often used as a nickname for the strong but lively Matilda, Tilly might also work for recently popular Ottilie. Other less obvious possibilities could be …

… connected to the Scottish surname Gildie or serve as a pet form of Gilda or Matilda. With its cheerful sound and ending in the feminine "ie" suffix, Gildie has an …

… Timeless classics include Rose, Caroline, Margaret, Georgia, and Jane. Vintage revivals include Daphne, Eloise, Florence, Matilda, and Adelaide. Unique names outside the Top 1000 include Verity, Imogen, Ottilie, Viola, and …

… names like Ezra or Esther, while the 'ilda' suffix appears in Germanic female names like Matilda. This elaborate, melodic name has a magical, almost fairy-tale quality that evokes images …

… appears further down the charts in the Top 600. Typically used as a nickname for Matilda, this spelling in particular may well appeal to parents of Ottilies. Writer Tillie Olsen …

Some names are in consideration for future babies, some are pure fantasy and they've just captured my attention. :)

… names may have German roots. German girl dog names include well-loved favorites like Adelaide, Matilda, Elsa, and Amelia. German boy dog names include Otto, Emmett, Albert, and Leo. Some …

… like to discover that their name means "strong and healthy" (Kenzo) or "mighty in battle" (Matilda)? Strong baby names come from a variety of different cultures and encompass many different …

… baby names from books in the US Top 1000 include Alice, Atticus, Emma, Harriet, Holden, Matilda, Milo, and Santiago. You may wish to consider last names as firsts of famous …

A list of girls names that I'm loving right now! My style is a little bit quirky, a little bit playful but still pretty.

… boy nameswith powerful meanings. But they're not unknown and several strong girl names — Audrey, Matilda, and Imara, for instance — mean brave or powerful, along with a big group of …

… further down in popularity, you may like Adelaide and Annabel, Felicity and Florence, Miriam and Matilda. Names that stem from the same root as Amelia include Emmeline, Amalia, and Amelie …

… US Top 200 include Vivian, Olive, Elsie, June, Esther, Josephine, and Iris. Names including Harriet, Matilda, Imogen, and Florence, have already caught on in a big way across the pond …

My Dear Mum is a genealogist pro. Here are some interesting names from our Medieval Times.

Those old fashioned names are returning. Here are some timeless classics along with some newer names that compliment them.

… girls in the US Top 1000 include Adelaide, Beatrice, Cecilia, Emma, Genevieve, Isabel, Lucy, and Matilda. Among the more unique saints' names with style are Delphina, Inez, Theodora, and Zenobia …

… especially in the UK, where it's on the rise as a standalone name, as well as a nickname for Matilda or Ottilie – but Chantilly feels a little too saccharine.

A few names that I currently really like and can actually see myself using some day. Most of them are quite popular in the UK and Ireland, but living in …

British-born novelist Plum Sykes has taken this rich, fruity name out of the produce section and put it into the baby name basket. It's more appealing than Apple …

A list of baby girl names inspired by members of the British royal family, past and present.

Honey entered the US Top 1000 for the first time ever in 2024, following the lead of parents in England, who've elevated this nickname-name to the Top 300 …

Mara is the evocative ancient root of Mary, appearing in the Book of Ruth, in which Naomi, devastated after the death of her two sons, says "Call me not Naomi …

Names for babies born in March reference the symbols, weather, nature, holidays, and famous people honored in the month of March March baby names might be inspired by the St …

Royal names for girls on this list are those used by royal families over the centuries. Included areroyal names used in the middle, as for the little princess Charlotte Elizabeth …

Ethelda is a feminine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from Old English elements 'ethel' meaning 'noble' and 'da' likely a shortened form of various Germanic name endings. It carries …

German baby names on this list are those that have their roots in German and Germanic languages, which is not necessarily the same as names popular in modern Germany. On …

Bub #4 on the way and am stuck for girls names! I love long name that have nicknames, suggestions welcome!

Literary dog names are perfect for the pets of writers and readers alike. Book lovers will find much inspiration in the names of their favorite authors and characters. Literary names …

We like names with a strong meaning, influenced by our faith and our German/Irish/English heritage, yet versatile enough for the artist, athlete and intellectual. Any suggestions are always …