Hildegard derived from the Germanic elements hild "battle" and gard "enclosure". Saint Hildegard was a 12th-century mystic from Bingen in Germany who was famous for her writings and poetry and also for her prophetic visions.
Saintly namesake: Hildegard of Bingen was a German abbess, mystic, and polymath known for her visionary writings and music. She is celebrated as a saint and Doctor of the Church. (September 17 · 12th century)
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