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Origin: Norse

Meaning: Battle-maid

Gunnel is a feminine name of Old Norse origin. A variant of Gunhilda, it stands for “battle maid.” Some of the personalities to have lent this name star power are actress Gunnel Lindblom, famous for her professional association with visionary director Ingmar Bergman, and artist Gunnel Nyman, whose glass and metal work is exhibited in museums internationally. Imbued with strength and grace, Gunnel is all set to make a fighter out of your little one!