Gunhild
Meaning of Gunhild
Gunhild is a female name with origins in both Norwegian and Swedish. It is pronounced as GOON-hild (/ˈɡʉ̂n.hɪld/). The name Gunhild has a strong and powerful meaning, as it combines the elements "gunnr" which means "war" and "hildr" which means "battle". This gives the name Gunhild a warrior-like association, symbolizing strength and courage. The popularity of the name Gunhild has varied over time in the United States. In the early 1900s, it was moderately popular, ranking within the top 1000 names for girls. However, its usage declined significantly by the mid-20th century. Today, Gunhild is a unique and rare choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby girl. Variations of this name include Gunhilda.
Pronunciation
Norwegian,Swedish
- Pronunced as GOON-hild (/ˈɡʉ̂n.hɪld/)
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Notable People Named Gunhild
| Gunhild Stordalen - Gunhild Anker Stoldalen is a Norwegian physician and environmental advocate known for her work in transforming the global food system. |
| Gunhild Carling is a Swedish jazz musician and multi-instrumentalist, best known for her skillful trombone playing. |
| Gunhild Bentzen Følstad is a former Norwegian football defender who played for Trondheims-Ørn and the Norway women's national football team, and is now a qualified physiotherapist with hobbies including skiing, reading, and music. |
| Gunhild Kristensen - Gunhild Volkenborn-Kristensen was a multi-talented Dutch artist known for her work in glazing, mosaics, painting, and textiles. |
| Gunhild Nygaard is a Norwegian fashion designer who received her education from the Esmod fashion school in Paris, France. |
