Mathilda
girl name#4352 in 2025Mathilda entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #167 in 1883, ranks #4352 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4352
rank today
#167
peak (1883)
32
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #182 |
| 1890s | #233 |
| 1900s | #342 |
| 1910s | #483 |
| 1920s | #751 |
| 1930s | #1189 |
| 1940s | #2167 |
| 1950s | #3181 |
| 1960s | #4325 |
| 1970s | #7238 |
| 1980s | #9485 |
| 1990s | #7497 |
| 2000s | #6055 |
| 2010s | #3970 |
| 2020s | #4268 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mathilda has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Mathilda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mathilda alive today was born around 1916, making them about 109 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mathilda in 2025?
- Mathilda ranks #4352 among US girl names in 2025, with 32 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mathilda most popular?
- Mathilda peaked in 1883, reaching #167 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mathilda with classmates?
- Mathilda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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