Hildebrand is a male name of Germanic origin. It combines the elements “hild” meaning battle or strife, and “brand” meaning sword or fire.

Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Battle sword, Bright battle
Gender: Male

While not commonly used as a first name in modern times, Hildebrand has historical significance. It was the birth name of Pope Gregory VII, a reformer pope of the 11th century. The name is more frequently encountered as a surname.

In German folklore, Hildebrand is a legendary figure, appearing in the medieval poem “Hildebrandslied.”