Tilda
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Mighty In War
- Origin
- French
Tilda Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,023 baby girls have been named Tilda. The name peaked in 1924 with 35 US births that year (rank #1404). In 2024, ranked #8359 nationally — 6,955 places below its 1924 peak.
Top States for Tilda
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Tilda births are: Kentucky (86), Tennessee (47), North Carolina (11).
Other French-Origin Names Like Tilda
If you like Tilda's French origin, consider these related names: Abelia, Abella, Acel, Aceline, Adalene. Browse all French names →
5-Letter Names Starting with T
Names with Tilda's exact length and starting letter: Taavi, Taban, Taber, Tabia, Tabor.
Quick Facts About Tilda
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilly | Mighty In War | Female | French |
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Compare Tilda to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Tilda against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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