Gildar

Gildar is a proper noun that can function as a masculine given name and, less commonly, as a surname. It appears primarily in fantasy writing and role-playing game material, where it is chosen to convey a crisp, archaic, or dwarven-like tone. Outside of fiction, Gildar is a rare given name or nickname and is not associated with a single widely recognized figure.

The etymology of Gildar is not well documented. It is commonly treated as a constructed or stylized name, perhaps drawing on the English word gild, meaning to cover with gold, or on the broader tradition of fortress- and guild-sounding names used in fantasy nomenclature. As a result, there is no established linguistic lineage for the name.

In fiction, Gildar is used for a variety of character types, including mercenaries, craftsmen, merchants, or leaders. Because it is not tied to a canonical source, different authors may assign it different backgrounds, origins, or affiliations within their worlds.

Pronunciation is typically given as GIL-dar, with the first syllable stressed. Variants and related names include Gilder and Gilda, though they are distinct in meaning and history.

See also gild, gilding, guild, and Gilder.