Marilda
Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Marilda
Marilda is a Germanic name combining "marah" (famous) and "hild" (battle), meaning "famous in battle." The name appears primarily in Germanic and Scandinavian cultures with historical usage in medieval Europe, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to similar names like Matilda.
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Etymology
Marilda is a Germanic name combining "marah" (famous) and "hild" (battle), meaning "famous in battle." The name appears primarily in Germanic and Scandinavian cultures with historical usage in medieval Europe, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to similar names like Matilda.
Marilda currently ranks #4,228 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1920.
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