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Language contexts for this entry: French, Portuguese
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[ˈɛɫ.dɛɾ] · Portuguese (Portugal)
01 / Meaning & origin
Hélder is a masculine given name documented in French and Portuguese. English Wiktionary records an etymology for it.
Original meaning: not settled in the sources.
Unclear origin, possibly from Dutch helder.
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4 of 6 countries
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04 / Through time
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Portuguese footballer
Brazilian Catholic priest, archbishop of Olinda and Recife (1909–1999)
Angolan association football player
football player and manager
Portuguese footballer
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06 / Behind the facts
Review status: Source-reported — no editorial review recorded yet. Last data change 2026-10-15.
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