Brunhilde

Meaning & origin

The name Brunhilde comes from Old High German and is composed of the words "brun" for "brown" and "hild" for "battle". Therefore, the name means "the fighter with brown hair". In Norse mythology, Brunhilde is a Valkyrie who escorts fallen warriors to Valhalla. The name is mainly popular in Germany and Scandinavia and is often associated with strength, courage, and bravery.

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Famous people with the first name Brunhilde

• Brunhilde Pomsel German secretary and stenographer
• Brunhilde Nauer German politician (AfD)
• Brunhilde Baßler Person

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