Origin:Norse
Other Origin(s):Swedish
Meaning:Battle-maid
Help baby get battle-ready with the name Gunilla! Derived from the Old Norse name Gunhild, Swedish Gunilla is a feminine given name. Meaning “battle-maid,” this strong and sturdy moniker is perfect for your little fighter. Gunilla was one of the top girls’ names throughout Scandinavia in the 1940s and is certainly due for a resurgence all over the world. Notable namesakes include author and illustrator Gunilla Bergström, ice hockey player Gunilla Andersson, and model and actress Gunilla Knutson.
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