Matilda
Literary
Meaning
The genius child heroine of Roald Dahl's Matilda
About the name
Roald Dahl's book-loving prodigy who can move things with her mind. For a small, brilliant cat.
Themes
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Questions
What does Matilda mean?
Matilda means The genius child heroine of Roald Dahl's Matilda. It's a name of Literary origin.
Where does the name Matilda come from?
Matilda comes from Literary. It's associated with these themes: Literary, Children's Books.
Is Matilda a boy or girl cat name?
Matilda is traditionally a female name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Matilda a good name for a cat?
Matilda is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Literary, Children's Books. It means "The genius child heroine of Roald Dahl's Matilda." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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