What origin is the name Gunhilda?

Gunhilda comes from Scandinavian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same scandinavian tradition pair naturally with Gunhilda — for example Axel, Erik, Odin. You can browse more on our scandinavian names page.

Gunhilda

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Gunhilda

Gunhilda

Girl

Scandinavian

3 syllables

Gunhilda is a Scandinavian girl's name meaning "Battle maiden.".

Gunhilda is a girl name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Battle maiden.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Battle maiden.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

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What does Gunhilda mean?

Gunhilda is a girl name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Battle maiden.".

How popular is Gunhilda?

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