Isolde Name Meaning

The name Isolde is of German origin. It is derived from the Old High German name "Ishild," which is composed of two elements: "is" meaning "ice" or "iron," and "hild" meaning "battle."

In mythology and literature, Isolde is most famously known as the tragic heroine of the medieval tale of Tristan and Isolde, a tragic romance set in Arthurian legend. Isolde is depicted as a beautiful and passionate woman who falls in love with Tristan, despite being bound to marry King Mark of Cornwall.