Alphild is a unique and historic female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse words 'álfr' meaning 'elf', and 'hild' meaning 'battle'. It was borne by several members of early medieval royalty in Scandinavia, notably including Alphild of Norway (c. 1040-1071), who was a Norwegian queen consort and the wife of King Harald Hardrada.
"The name Alphild was used 17 times between 1912 and 1917, with a spike of six births in both 1916 and 1917."