Mafalda - girls name

Mafalda name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 17%

Mafalda name meaning:

The name Mafalda is of Germanic origin and has various interpretations. It is derived from the elements "maht," meaning "strength," and "wald," meaning "rule." Therefore, one interpretation of the name Mafalda is "mighty ruler" or "strong in leadership."

Mafalda is a name with historical significance, as it was commonly used among European royalty during the Middle Ages. The most notable figure associated with this name is Mafalda of Savoy, an Italian princess and daughter of King Victor Emmanuel III. Mafalda is also the name of a popular comic strip character created by Quino. This character, Mafalda, is a witty and insightful young girl who is known for her strong personality and opinions on world events.

Overall, the name Mafalda carries connotations of strength, leadership, and historical significance. It is a name that exudes power and authority, making it a fitting choice for parents seeking a strong and meaningful name for their daughter.

Origin:

Other girls names beginning with M

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 4634 out of 5581

4 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    1151
  • 5yrs

    -4634
  • 1yr

    -4634

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Mafalda

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Mafalda from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Mafalda in 2024