Merlinde

The name Merlinde is a traditional German girl's name that means "the esteemed gentle one," "the mild great one," or "the famous protector" or "the famous one with a shield made of linden wood."

What does the name Merlinde mean?

Merlinde is a historical German girl's name, whose meaning refers to "the esteemed gentle one," "the mild great one," or also "the famous protector." The name has its roots in Old High German, where the first part, mari, stands for "famous," "esteemed," "known," or "great," while the second syllable, lind, encompasses terms like "mild," "soft," "supple," "delicate," "gentle," or "friendly." Alternatively, linta can also mean "the linden" or "the linden wood shield." Variations of the name include Merlind and Merlinda.

Where does the name Merlinde come from?

Merlinde is a female first name of Old High German origin, meaning "the famous protector."

How do you pronounce Merlinde?

The pronunciation of Merlinde is three syllables and clearly structured. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as "Mer-lin-de" [mɛʁˈlɪndə]. It begins with an open sound that transitions into a compact middle structure. The consonant combination in the middle provides stability and a slight densification, while the final "e" gently fades the sound. Overall, Merlinde conveys an impression of structure, calmness, and a slight tradition in its sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Merlinde is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th in the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2013 when it reached 3,816th place. In the last ten years, Merlinde has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,235th.

Nicknames & pet names

Merle

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