Brynhildur Explained

Brynhildur is an Icelandic feminine given name derived from a combination of the Germanic word elements brun, or armor, and hild, or battle. The Valkyrie Brunhild is a heroine of Germanic heroic legend.^[1]

Notable people with the name include:

• Brynhildur Davíðsdóttir (born 1968), Icelandic professor
• Brynhildur Þórarinsdóttir (born 1970), Icelandic children's writer

Notes and References

1. Book: Hanks. Patrick. Hardcastle. Kate . Hodges. Flavia. 2006. Oxford Dictionary of First Names. Oxford University Press . 314. 0-19-861060-2.