Feminine dossier · first seen 1880

Matilda

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2025
Peak births
838
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Gen Alpha

Quick answers about Matilda

How many people are named Matilda?

An estimated 14,683 living Americans are named Matilda.

How rare is Matilda?

Matilda is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 838 girls receiving the name in 2025, matching its recorded peak.

How old is the typical Matilda?

The median age of a living American named Matilda is approximately 11 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 24 years old.

Is Matilda still popular?

Yes. Matilda is holding steady, with 838 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Where is Matilda most common?

Matilda has its strongest geographic signal in Arizona, where it appears 11.5× more often than the national baseline.

1880Peak 20252025
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Peak year
2025
Decline from peak
0%
2025
838
All-time
37,270