Matilda
Gender: Female
Origin: English
Meaning: Battle Strength
What is the meaning of the name Matilda?
The name Matilda is primarily a female name of English origin that means Battle Strength.
The name “Matilda” is of Germanic origin and combines two elements:
– **”Māht”** (meaning “might” or “strength”)
– **”Hild”** (meaning “battle”)
Thus, “Matilda” means **”mighty in battle”** or **”strength in battle.”** The name conveys a sense of power and resilience and has been used historically and literarily across various cultures.
Different Spellings of the name Matilda:
The name “Matilda” can be spelled in several ways, depending on linguistic and regional preferences. Here are some variations:
1. **Mathilda** (Common in German and Scandinavian countries)
2. **Matilde** (Used in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese)
3. **Matylda** (A variant used in Polish)
4. **Matilda** (The most widely used spelling in English-speaking countries)
5. **Mathilde** (Used in French and German contexts)
Each variation retains the same general meaning but may differ in pronunciation and cultural nuance.
How to write the name Matilda in Japanese?
To write the name “Matilda” in Japanese, you would use Katakana, which is typically used for foreign names. The name “Matilda” can be written as:
– **マチルダ (Machiruda)**
This transcription closely approximates the pronunciation of “Matilda” in Japanese.