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Imelda
Powerful fighter
Origin
Germanic
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Origin and meaning of Imelda
Imelda has Germanic origins, going back to Irmhild, from irmin, 'great, universal, strong,' and hild, 'battle': hence 'mighty warrior, great in battle.' The name is linked to Blessed Imelda Lambertini, a young Bolognese girl and patron of children making their first communion. Found in Italy, Spain, Portugal and English-speaking countries, it keeps a noble, old-world tone — less common today but strikingly strong and charming.
Famous people
- Beata Imelda Lambertini— saint
- Imelda Staunton— actress
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