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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Battle sword (battle + sword/torch)
- Origin
- Germanic (German)
- Pronunciation
- HIL-duh-brand
Hildebrand is a Germanic name pronounced HIL-duh-brand, and it means "battle sword." It's built from two old parts, battle and sword (or torch), which gives it a strong, no-nonsense sound. If you like a long, traditional German name with a clear meaning behind it, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Hildebrand
Meaning: Battle sword (battle + sword/torch).
Origin: Germanic (German).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hildebrand
HIL-duh-brandIPA /ˈhɪldəbrænd/
Popularity of Hildebrand
Hildebrand does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Hildebrand mean?
Battle sword (battle + sword/torch). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hildebrand?
Hildebrand is pronounced HIL-duh-brand (IPA: /ˈhɪldəbrænd/).
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