Brynhild

English

Proper noun

Brynhild

  1. (mythology) Alternative form of Brunhild

Faroese

Etymology

From Old Norse Brynhildr, from Proto-Germanic *Brunjōhildiz, from *brunjǭ (“breastplate”) + *hildiz (“battle, fight”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈpɾiːnɪlt/

Proper noun

Brynhild f

  1. a female given name from Proto-Germanic
  2. (Norse mythology) Brunhild

Usage notes

Matronymics

  • son of Brynhild: Brynhildarson
  • daughter of Brynhild: Brynhildardóttir

Declension
Singular
Indefinite
Nominative Brynhild
Accusative Brynhild
Dative Brynhild
Genitive Brynhildar
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