Matilde
/maˈtil.de/
The English name Matilda is translated into Italian as Matilde.
Matilde is a female given name used in Italy.
Meaning: female given name, cognates and transliterations (name)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /maˈtil.de/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- The Italian name Matilde shares its Germanic roots with the English word 'might', which stems from the same ancient root for 'power' or 'strength'.
- One of the most famous historical figures with this name was Matilda of Canossa, a powerful 11th century noblewoman who played a key role in the Investiture Controversy between the Pope and the Holy Roman Emperor.
- The name Matilde belongs to a group of Germanic names that became prestigious in Italy during the Longobard and Frankish periods.
Examples in context
- È un piacere conoscerla, sono Matilda.Pleased to meet you, I'm Matilda.
- Matilda ama viaggiare in Italia.Matilda loves to travel to Italy.
- Matilde è una ragazza molto simpatica.Matilde is a very nice girl.
- Ho incontrato Matilde al parco.I met Matilde at the park.
- Cerco una ragazza di nome Matilde.I am looking for a girl named Matilde.
Example conversation
Giulia is introducing her friend to Lorenzo.
- GiuliaLorenzo, ti presento la mia amica Matilde.Lorenzo, I introduce you to my friend Matilde.
- LorenzoPiacere di conoscerti, Matilde.Nice to meet you, Matilde.
- GiuliaMatilde studia architettura all'università.Matilde studies architecture at the university.
- LorenzoÈ un percorso molto interessante!That is a very interesting path!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “matilda” translations and entries Matilde, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Matilde, CC BY-SA 4.0.
