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Thoughts on the baby name Tilda?

79 replies

LouiseDeyes · 09/07/2025 18:49

Hi all,

I’m expecting and have been going round and round with names, but I keep coming back to Tilda. It’s the shortened version of a nickname my grandfather gave me throughout my life, it’s always had such a warm, personal meaning for me. I feel really connected to it in a way no other name has matched.

I guess I’m just wondering how people perceive the name? Do you see it as too old-fashioned, incomplete, or quirky? I want to go with what feels right, but I’d love to hear how others might react to it, especially in real life settings.

Thanks in advance ❤️

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Zapx · 09/07/2025 18:53

It’s sounds to me identical to tilde - the keyboard key with the squiggly line ~. So for that reason I’d avoid it…
Sorry.

SleepingStandingUp · 09/07/2025 18:53

Swinton then rice.

I'd go with Matilda and then shorten to Tilda or Tilly

Kamek · 09/07/2025 18:52

Basmati rice!

Snorlaxo · 09/07/2025 18:51

I think of the rice brand then Tilda Swinton.

Personally I’d go for Matilda nickname Tilda