Brynhild

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English[edit]

Proper noun[edit]

Brynhild

  1. (mythology) Alternative form of Brunhild

Faroese[edit]

Etymology[edit]

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

Pronunciation[edit]

Proper noun[edit]

Brynhild f

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

Usage notes[edit]

Matronymics

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

Declension[edit]

Singular
Indefinite
Nominative Brynhild
Accusative Brynhild
Dative Brynhild
Genitive Brynhildar