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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Armor + battle
- Origin
- German/Germanic
- Pronunciation
- broon-HIL-də
Brunhilde is a German name built from two Germanic elements meaning "armor" and "battle." It's pronounced broon-HIL-də, with the stress on the middle syllable. If you're drawn to a name with strong Germanic roots and a sturdy, protective meaning, this one fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Brunhilde
Meaning: Armor + battle.
Origin: German/Germanic.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Brunhilde
broon-HIL-dəIPA /bruːnˈhɪldə/
Popularity of Brunhilde
Brunhilde 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 Brunhilde mean?
Armor + battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Brunhilde?
Brunhilde is pronounced broon-HIL-də (IPA: /bruːnˈhɪldə/).
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