Ekkehard

Ekkehard is a male first name with a two-part structure that traces back to Old High German roots. The meaning of the name is 'the sword-strong' and derives from the Old High German terms ekka, meaning 'blade of a sword, tip, corner', and harti, meaning 'firm, hard, strong'.

What does the name Ekkehard mean?

The name Ekkehard is an Old High German, two-part male name that means 'the sword-strong'. This designation is made up of the Old High German words ekka for 'blade of a sword, tip, corner' and harti for 'firm, hard, strong'. There are various forms of the name, including Eckard, Eckardt, Eckart, Eckat, Eckehard, Eckehardt, Eckehart, Eckert, Eckhard, Eckhardt, Eckhart, Eggert, Eghard, Ekard, Ekardt, Ekart, Ekehard, Ekehardt, Ekehart, Ekhard, Ekhardt, Ekhart, Ekkard, Ekkardt, Ekkart, Ekkehardt, Ekkehart, Ekkhard, Ekkhart, and Ekkhardt.

Where does the name Ekkehard come from?

The origin of the name Ekkehard is Old High German, carrying the meaning 'the sword-strong'.

How do you pronounce Ekkehard?

The pronunciation of Ekkehard is three syllables as 'Ek-ke-hard' [ˈɛk.ə.haʁt]. The first two syllables are clear and rhythmically structured, while the ending '-hard' adds a powerful and determined accent. Ekkehard conveys an impression of tradition and steadfastness, with a gentle sound progression and a marked, authoritative conclusion that radiates a distinct historical gravity.

When is the name day of Ekkehard?

The name day of Ekkehard is celebrated on June 28.

Popularity

In Germany, Ekkehard is considered a rare name. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2011 at 2,275th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, leading to a position of 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,827th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ecki / Ekke / Ekkes / Ekki / Ekko

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ekkehard (poet)
• Ekkehard Arendt (Austrian actor)
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• Ekkehard Ehlers (musician from Germany)
• Ekkehard Eickhoff (German historian)
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• Ekkehard Fritsch (actor)
• Ekkehard Göpelt (German singer)
• Ekkehard Hehenwarter (Austrian geologist)
• Ekkehard Hessler (German singer)
• Ekkehard Hieronimus (German writer)
• Ekkehard Klausa (German writer)
• Ekkehard Klemm (German conductor)
• Ekkehard Lindner (German chemist)
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• Ekkehard Martens (German philosopher)
• Ekkehard Rössle (German jazz musician)
• Ekkehard Schall (actor)
• Ekkehard Schneck (German musician)
• Ekkehard Schreiber (conductor from Germany)