Krimhilde

The female first name Krimhilde represents a German variant of the Old German name Grimhilde. Translated, it means 'the warrior woman with the helmet,' 'the warrior woman with the mask,' or 'the fierce warrior.'

What does the name Krimhilde mean?

Krimhilde is a German form of the Old German name Grimhilde. Its meaning can be described as 'the warrior woman with the helmet,' 'the masked fighting warrior,' or 'the fierce warrior woman.' The name has its roots in the Old High German language, composed of the elements grim, meaning 'wild,' 'fierce,' 'to thunder,' or 'the face-concealing mask/the helmet,' and hiltja, which means 'the battle' or 'the warrior.' The name became famous through a Germanic princess from the Nibelungenlied, who was the wife of the dragon slayer Siegfried and later the second wife of the Hun king Attila (Ildikó). Other variants include Grimhilt, Krimhild, Kriemhild, Kriemhilde, and Kriemhilda. The masculine form Hildegrim is also common.

Where does the name Krimhilde come from?

The origin of the name Krimhilde is Old High German, which can be translated as 'the warrior woman with the helmet.'

How do you pronounce Krimhilde?

The pronunciation of Krimhilde is three syllables and somewhat softer than that of Krimhild. It is pronounced as 'Krim-hil-de' [ˈkʁɪmhɪldə], with the final schwa creating a slight opening in the sound. Despite this softness, the consonant density remains pronounced, giving the name a certain strength. Krimhilde thus appears tradition-conscious and respectful - powerful at its core, yet with a softer and more balanced resonance.

When is the name day of Krimhilde?

The name day for Krimhilde is celebrated on June 19.

Popularity

In Germany, Krimhilde is a rare first name. In 2014, it ranked 4,003rd on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has been named this way.

Famous people

• Kriemhild Maria Siegel (opera singer)