Herrad

The first name Herrad has its roots in Old High German and means 'the advisor of the army' or alternatively 'the army advisor'. It consists of the elements heri for 'army, war host' and rat for 'counsel, advisor'. A prominent bearer of this name in the Middle Ages was the abbess Herrad von Landsberg († 1195), who authored the encyclopedia 'Hortus Deliciarum' ('Garden of Delights').

What does the name Herrad mean?

Herrad is a feminine name of Old High German origin and carries the meaning 'the advisor of the army' or 'the army advisor'. It derives from the Old High German words heri for 'army, war host' and rat for 'counsel, advisor'. In the Middle Ages, Herrad von Landsberg († 1195), the abbess, was a notable bearer of the name who wrote the encyclopedia 'Hortus Deliciarum' ('Garden of Delights'). In contemporary times, the name Herrad is rarely used as a girl's name in the German-speaking world. Variants of the name include Herrada and Herrade (French).

Where does the name Herrad come from?

The origin of the name Herrad lies in Old High German, where it means 'the advisor of the army' or 'the army advisor'.

How do you pronounce Herrad?

The pronunciation of Herrad is clear and concise. The name is two syllables and is pronounced as 'Her-rad' [ˈhɛʁʁaːt], with the double consonant creating a distinct internal density. The stressed final syllable with an elongated 'a' gives it a marked presence. The name ends firmly and radiates determination and strength. Herrad conveys an archaic and powerful feeling and is endowed with a rich, medieval sound quality.

Popularity

In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the

Famous people

• Herrad Schenk (German writer)
• Herrad von Landsberg (writer)
• Herrad von Landshut (abbess of the Odilienberg monastery / Alsace)
• Herrad Wehrung (soprano from Germany)