Gunhild

Meaning & origin

The name Gunhild comes from Old Norse and is composed of the words "gunnr" for war and "hildr" for battle. Therefore, the name means "battle maiden" or "warrior". It is mainly popular in Scandinavia and Germany and is often seen as a strong and warrior-like name. In Norse mythology, Gunhild is also the name of a Valkyrie who escorts fallen warriors to Valhalla.

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Famous people with the first name Gunhild

• Gunhild Carling Musician
• Gunhild of Wessex Person
• Gunhild Stordalen Norwegian physician and environmental activist
• Gunhild Larking Athlete
• Gunhild Ørn Person

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