Brünhild

The first name Brünhild represents an alternative spelling of Brunhild. Translated, it means 'the fighting warrior in chain mail', 'the warrior with breastplate', and also 'the brunette fighter'.

What does the name Brünhild mean?

Brünhild is an alternative spelling of the name Brunhild. The translation is 'the fighting warrior in chain mail', 'the warrior with breastplate', or 'the brunette fighter'. This double name has its origins in Old High German and consists of the elements brunni or brunna, meaning 'breastplate', 'neck protection of medieval armor', 'chest part of armor', or 'chain mail', and hiltja, meaning 'battle' or 'warrior'. The adjective brun for 'brown' and 'brunette' may also have been used as the first component. The name became known through the Nibelungenlied, where the wife of King Gunther and rival of Kriemhild bears this name. Richard Wagner's opera 'Der Ring des Nibelungen' also contributed to its popularity. Other variants include Brynhildr, Brynhildur, Brynhilde, Brunhilde, Brunhilda, and Brünhilde.

How do you pronounce Brünhild?

The sound quality and pronunciation of Brünhild: The name sounds strong and compact. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Brün-hild' [ˈbʁyːnhɪlt]. The name begins with the rounded 'ü', giving it a tense, slightly inward-directed timbre. The consonant cluster '-nh-' creates a distinct density in the middle. The hard ending '-hild' with a closed final consonant makes a marked point. Overall, this creates a heavy, compact impression – carried, determined, and with an almost archaic fullness of sound.

When is the name day of Brünhild?

The name days of Brünhild are October 6 and December 17.

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Nicknames & pet names

Brüni

Famous people

• Brunhild (Queen of Iceland and heroine of the Nibelungen saga)