Walpurgis

Walpurgis is a name of Old High German origin, derived from the elements *wald* meaning 'power, rule' and *burg* meaning 'fortress, protection'. It is most famously associated with Saint Walpurga (also Walburga), an 8th-century Anglo-Saxon missionary to Germany. Her feast day, April 30th, became known as Walpurgisnacht (Walpurgis Night) in German folklore, a night when witches were believed to gather.

The name's strong association with Saint Walpurga led to its adoption in various Germanic regions. While not widely used as a given name today, its historical and folkloric significance remains prominent, particularly in connection with the Walpurgisnacht traditions.