Female Name
Swanhilda
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
animals
ballet
birds
ends in -da
fauna
nature
rare German
swans
war
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
59/100
Meaning & Etymology
Swanhilda is a variant of the name Swanhild, which is of Old Norse origin. The name Swanhild is derived from the elements 'svanr' meaning 'swan' and 'hildr' meaning 'battle'. Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'swan battle' or 'battle swan'. It is a name that carries connotations of grace and strength, combining the elegance of a swan with the fierceness of a warrior.
Etymology
Original Form:
Swanhild
Evolution:
The name Swanhilda evolved from the Old Norse name Swanhild, with the addition of the suffix '-a', which is common in many Germanic names. This evolution reflects the adaptation of the name into diffe...
Source:
Old Norse