Meaning & History
Etymology
Matylda is the Czech and Polish form of Matilda, a name derived from the Germanic elements maht ("might, strength") and hilt ("battle"), giving the meaning "strength in battle." The name Matilda was introduced to England by the Normans and was borne by many medieval royals, including the wife of William the Conqueror. Johannes of whom originally was in Old High German.
Notable Bearers
While less common, Matylda is used both in the Czech Republic and Poland, sometimes appearing as a variant plus similar use in Scandinavia Mathilde.
Cultural Significance
The name is relatively common than related editions.
- Meaning: Might, battle; strength in battle
- Origin: Germanic, via Old High German
- Forms: May commonly be reduced etc
- Regions used: Mainland Or Scandinavian zones bilingual etc.
Related Names
Other Languages & Cultures
(Norwegian)
Mathilde (Swedish)
Tilde (Dutch)
Machteld (Swedish)
Mathilda, Maud (Dutch)
Mechteld, Til (Swedish)
Matilda (English)
Mattie (French)
Maude (English)
Maudie (Swedish)
Tilda (English)
Tillie, Tilly (German)
Mechthild, Mechtild, Mechtilde (Germanic)
Mahthilt, Mathildis (Hungarian)
Matild (Icelandic)
Matthildur (Spanish)
Mafalda, Matilde (Medieval French)
Mahaut (Old Germanic)
Mahtihildiz (Welsh)
Mallt
Sources: Wiktionary — Matylda