Berthilde

Berthilde is a variant of the old German name Berthild and means 'the shining warrior,' derived from the Old High German words beraht for 'shining, famous' and hiltja for 'battle.' The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages through the veneration of Saint Berthild of Chelles, a Merovingian nun and the first abbess of the Chelles monastery.

What does the name Berthilde mean?

Berthilde is a variant of the old German name Berthild and means 'the shining warrior,' derived from the Old High German words beraht for 'shining, famous' and hiltja for 'battle.' The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages through the veneration of Saint Berthild of Chelles, a Merovingian nun and the first abbess of the Chelles monastery. Variants of Berthilde include Bertila and Bertilla.

Where does the name Berthilde come from?

Etymology Berthilde is a female first name of Old High German origin meaning 'the shining warrior.' Old High German

How do you pronounce Berthilde?

Sound & pronunciation of Berthilde: The name Berthilde is three syllables and firmly structured. Pronounced as 'Bert-hil-de' [bɛʁtˈhɪldə], it emphasizes the middle syllable, which is lightened by the bright 'i.' The contrast between the hard onset and the softer ending creates a harmonious balance. Berthilde appears steadfast yet finely structured - dignified, clear, and historically rooted.

When is the name day of Berthilde?

Berthilde has its name day on November 5 (Berthild of Chelles).

Popularity

Berthilde is a rare name in Germany. It has not appeared even once in the German first name charts. Its best ranking was in 1934, reaching 626th place in the French first name charts. From 1930 to 2024, Berthilde was given as a first name in France about 80 times, placing it at 3,626th. However, in the last ten years, no child has been named that way.

Nicknames & pet names

Bertl