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MathildaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Mighty in battle

Pronunciation: MAR-tee-lah

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Name
Mathilda
Meaning
Mighty in battle
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
MAR-tee-lah
Lucky Number
13
13
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Mathilda mean?

Mathilda is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Mighty in battle". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: MAR-tee-lah. Lucky number: 13. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ματθίλδα

προστασία του Θεού, αγία παιδιά, βοήθεια, αιωνόβια

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

MAR-tee-lah

IPA

/mɑrtɪlə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Mathilda is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Mighty in battle. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

13

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

RedPurpleSilver

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 9 are natural leaders and teachers. They have the ability to inspire others and to bring about change.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of courage and faith in the face of adversity

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Mathilda is an evocative name with a rich historical background. It carries the legacy of strong, capable women through history, from the medieval warrior Mathilde, to modern-day heroines with the same name. It evokes images of strength, courage, and determination.
Mathilda is a name deeply rooted in the spiritual values of the Christian faith. The name's Germanic origins reflect the idea of a powerful warrior, a reflection of the battle against evil and temptation in the spiritual life. The name Mathilda Ida, used by some, combines the names of two saints, Mathilde and Ida, both known for their steadfastness in faith. This name inspires a sense of faithfulness, resilience, and devotion. It is a name for those seeking to embody the strength and courage of the warrior saints.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Matilda Anna Ingrid LutzMatilda KahlMatilda Jane Slocombe

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Mathilda

Guardian of God, holy child, help, eternal

🇮🇱Hebrew

מתילדה

מגן של האלוהים, תינוקת קדושה, עזרה, תמיד

🇬🇷Greek

Ματθίλδα

προστασία του Θεού, αγία παιδιά, βοήθεια, αιωνόβια

🇮🇹Latin

Mathilda

Dei tutela, sancta pueritia, auxilium, aeterna

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