Magnhild
Magnhild is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Mighty battle; strength in battle”.
| Meaning | Mighty battle; strength in battle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | MAHNG-hild |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Norway, Sweden |
Meaning and origin of Magnhild
Magnhild combines Old Norse megin or magn, 'strength, might', with hildr, 'battle', one of the most frequent endings in Norse women's names. It was used in medieval Norway and Sweden and was revived in Norway during the nineteenth-century interest in national heritage names. The name sits in the same family as Ragnhild, Svanhild and Gunhild.
Is Magnhild a religious name?
Magnhild is a secular Norse name with no particular religious association, used by Scandinavian families of any or no faith.
How popular is Magnhild?
Mostly borne by older women in Norway today, with occasional revival as a vintage choice.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Magnhild mean?
Magnhild means 'Mighty battle; strength in battle'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Magnhild have a religious meaning?
Magnhild is a secular Norse name with no particular religious association, used by Scandinavian families of any or no faith.
How do you pronounce Magnhild?
Magnhild is pronounced MAHNG-hild.
Is Magnhild a boy or girl name?
Magnhild is usually a girl name.