Thilde
Germanic · Girl
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About the name Thilde
Thilde is a Scandinavian diminutive or short form of Matilda, derived from the Germanic elements "maht" (might/power) and "hild" (battle), meaning "mighty in battle." The name is primarily used in Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish cultures, with historical roots in Germanic and Nordic traditions dating back to medieval times.
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Etymology
Thilde is a Scandinavian diminutive or short form of Matilda, derived from the Germanic elements "maht" (might/power) and "hild" (battle), meaning "mighty in battle." The name is primarily used in Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish cultures, with historical roots in Germanic and Nordic traditions dating back to medieval times.
Thilde currently ranks #335 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2012.
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