Woglinde

Woglinde is a female first name that represents one of the three Rhine maidens in Richard Wagner's first opera of the four-part work 'Der Ring des Nibelungen'. Her two sisters are named Wellgunde and Flosshilde.

What does the name Woglinde mean?

The name Woglinde refers to one of the Rhine maidens and is interpreted as 'the delicate wave'. It consists of two elements: the first, 'wog', refers to 'wave', while the second element comes from Old High German and means 'lind', which translates to 'mild', 'soft', 'supple', 'delicate', 'gentle', or 'kind'. Alternatively, 'linta' could also refer to 'the linden tree' or 'the linden wood shield'. All three names are associated with water: Wellgunde as a combative wave, Woglinde as a delicate wave, and Flosshilde as a flowing battle.

Where does the name Woglinde come from?

The first name Woglinde has its roots in Old High German and means 'the delicate wave'.

How do you pronounce Woglinde?

Woglinde is pronounced as 'Woh-glin-de'.

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