The name Matilda is full of literary charm! It’s so lovely! While whimsical and playful, it’s also a vintage name and I think that’s what makes it so special; magical while remaining grounded.
If you are looking to collect more names like Matilda, I’m happy you’re here. Let’s take a look at names that feel close to Matilda or carry the same storybook vibes we love so much.
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Alternatives to Matilda
- Tilda — mighty in battle
- Tillie — mighty in battle
- Millie — gentle strength / hardworking
- Alice — noble
- Beatrice — bringer of joy
- Beatrix — voyager / traveler
- Blythe — happy / carefree
- Louisa — famous warrior
- Jane — God is gracious
- Harriet — estate ruler
- Hattie — estate ruler
- Marion — beloved
- Margaret — pearl
- Marjorie — pearl
- Mabel — lovable
- Maisie — pearl / child of light
- Magnolia — magnolia flower
- Primrose — first rose
- Clementine — merciful / gentle
- Daphne — laurel tree
- Ophelia — help
- Phoebe — bright / radiant
- Felicity — happiness
- Sylvia — from the forest
- Linnea — lime tree / twinflower
- Amelie — hardworking
- Amalia — industrious
- Amara — grace / eternal
- Malia — calm waters
- Tallulah — leaping water
- Calliope — beautiful voice
- Penelope — weaver
- Ramona — wise protector
- Winona — firstborn daughter
- Winnie — gentle friend / holy peacemaking
- Theodora — gift of God
- Tabitha — gazelle
- Sabrina — from the River Severn
- Delilah — delicate
- Rhiannon — great queen
- Lorelei — alluring enchantress
- Lucinda — light
- Luella — famous warrior
- Minerva — intellect / wisdom
- Zelda — blessed / happy
- Muriel — bright sea
- Cleo — glory
- Coraline — little coral
- Mattea — gift of God
- Adelaide — noble nature
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