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At a Glance
- Meaning
- War, battle
- Origin
- Old Norse
- Pronunciation
- GOON-hild
Gunhild (GOON-hild) is an Old Norse name that means "war, battle." It has a strong, sturdy sound, with a hard G at the start and a clipped, two-beat ending. It's a good fit for parents who want a name with real Scandinavian roots.
Meaning & Origin of Gunhild
Meaning: War, battle.
Origin: Old Norse.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Gunhild
GOON-hildIPA /ˈɡʊnhɪld/
Popularity of Gunhild
Gunhild 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 Gunhild mean?
War, battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gunhild?
Gunhild is pronounced GOON-hild (IPA: /ˈɡʊnhɪld/).
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