Borghild
Borghild is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Fortified battle”.
| Meaning | Fortified battle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | BORG-hild |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Norway |
Meaning and origin of Borghild
Borghild combines the Old Norse borg, fortification, with hildr, battle. In the Völsunga saga, Borghild is the wife of Sigmund and mother of Helgi. The name was used in Norway in the early twentieth century but is uncommon today. Like many Norse women's names, it ends in -hild, battle, an element also found in Brynhild and Gunnhild.
Is Borghild a religious name?
Borghild comes from Norse legend and has no Christian or other religious meaning.
How popular is Borghild?
Rare today, mostly found among older Norwegian women.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Borghild mean?
Borghild means 'Fortified battle'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Borghild have a religious meaning?
Borghild comes from Norse legend and has no Christian or other religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Borghild?
Borghild is pronounced BORG-hild.
Is Borghild a boy or girl name?
Borghild is usually a girl name.