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Name Origin

Arnhild is a Scandinavian given name, primarily found in Norway. It is a combination of two elements: 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'hildr' meaning 'battle'. Therefore, the name traditionally means 'eagle battle' or 'warrior eagle'.

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Famous People

Arnhild Lauveng (1941-)

Norwegian novelist and short story writer

  • Won the Gyldendal Prize in 1982 for her novel "En annen tid"
  • Known for her complex female characters and exploration of social issues