The baby name Eckhard is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "EK-hahrd".
Eckhard is Austrian, German, Germanic and Middle Ages in Origin.
Eckhard is a German name that means "brave edge" or "strong point". It is a combination of the words "ecke" meaning edge or point and "hard" meaning brave or strong. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and is still popular in Germany today. It is often given to boys, although it can also be used as a unisex name.
The pronunciation of Eckhard is EH-kahrd. The first syllable is pronounced like the letter "E" and the second syllable is pronounced like the word "card". The emphasis is on the first syllable. The name is spelled the same way in both English and German.
The origin of the name Eckhard can be traced back to the Germanic tribes that lived in what is now Germany and Austria during the Middle Ages. It was a popular name among these tribes and was often given to boys who were seen as brave and strong. Today, the name is still popular in Germany and is occasionally used in other countries as well. The name has several variants, including Eckhardt, Eckhart, and Ekkehard, which are all derived from the same Germanic roots.
Celebrities with the Name Eckhard
Eckhard Pfeiffer Eckhard Pfeiffer is a German businessman who served as the CEO of Compaq Computer Corporation from 1991 to 1999. He is known for his aggressive expansion strategies that helped Compaq become the world's largest personal computer manufacturer during his tenure. Some of his most memorable achievements include the acquisition of Digital Equipment Corporation and Tandem Computers, as well as the introduction of the popular Presario line of desktop computers. |