At a glance
- In short
- Matilee is a charming and unique name for baby girls. It originates from the name Matilda, which means "mighty in battle."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2010 (#16,992)
- Babies in 2010
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- First recorded
- 2010 (the only year on record)
Meaning of Matilee
Matilee is a charming and unique name for baby girls. It originates from the name Matilda, which has Germanic roots and means "mighty in battle." Matilda is a popular name in various cultures and has associations with strength, resilience, and leadership. Matilee shares these same qualities while adding a touch of distinctiveness. In terms of pronunciation, it is typically pronounced as muh-TIL-ee (/məˈtɪli/). Although not as commonly used as its variation Matilda, the name Matilee has been given to a few newborns in the United States of America in recent years. Considering its origin and associations, Matilee would be an excellent choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
How to pronounce Matilee
English
- Pronounced muh-TIL-ee /məˈtɪli/
Popularity of Matilee in the U.S.
Matilee appears in the records for the U.S. only in 2010, ranked #16,992 with 5 babies.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale)
Year-by-year table, 2010 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5 | 16,992 | new |
Notable people named Matilee
- Matilee Loeb Evans Preston was an American composer and cornetist who wrote piano music and helped found the Los Angeles Woman's Orchestra.