Rare Viking Names

Uncommon and rare Old Norse names that are historically authentic but rarely used today. Perfect for parents seeking something truly unique with genuine Viking heritage and deep historical roots.

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Old Norse, Germanic

ruler of the battlefield

chooser of the slain

Old High German

ruler of the fortress

raven of the battlefield

raven of the battlefield

bear cub of the battle

skillful smith, craftsman

skillful, courageous, or from the path

forest warrior

skillful smith, artful craftsman

War goddess

Viking, sea warrior

wolf

master of fury, lord of inspiration

wolf

friend, beloved

Breton and Old Norse

God is gracious; eternal ruler

bowman, warrior

she-wolf

Old Norse and Germanic

she-wolf and protection/pledge

she-wolf

she-wolf

she-wolf

twin, hermaphrodite

twin, scream, roar

twin, scream, roar

wolf

lord, master

Ing's battle

little she-wolf

earth, cultivated land

farmer, earth-worker

horse-love

yew tree

yew tree, bow

she-bear

Old English, Germanic

winter solstice, Christmas

victorious peace

2007.Þangbrandur

thought-sword

Prince, king, ruler

Thaw, mild weather

helper, assistant

2011.Þjóðbjörg

people's protection

2012.Þjóðbjörn

people's bear

2013.Þjóðgeir

people's spear

2014.Þjóðhildur

people's battle

2015.Þjóðleifur

people's inheritance

2016.Þjóðmar

famous people, people's fame

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