Matilda
Meaning: Mighty in battle, battle-mighty
Origin: Germanic
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #95
Total births: 5,685
History: Matilda surged in the 2010s and carries enormous Australian significance. 'Waltzing Matilda' is Australia's unofficial national anthem — the story of a swagman by a billabong. The Matildas are the beloved women's national football team. Matilda IS Australia.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #16 |
| Babies named Matilda in 2025 | 239 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 5,685 |
| Peak year | 2008 (375 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 2004–2025 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Matilda
What does the name Matilda mean?
Matilda means “Mighty in battle, battle-mighty” from Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Matilda?
Matilda has Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Mighty in battle, battle-mighty”.
How popular is Matilda in Australia?
Matilda ranked #16 in Australia in 2025 — given to 239 babies that year.
When was Matilda most popular?
Matilda peaked in 2008 with 375 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Matilda a boy or girl name?
Matilda is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Matildas in registered births are female.
How long has Matilda been recorded in Australia?
Matilda appears in birth records in Australia across 22 years — from 2004 through 2025.