Yahoo Lifestyle 205 Powerful Viking Names and Their Meanings
Viking names carry with them the weight of history. Monikers like Erik, Ingrid or Sigmund bring up vivid images of fierce warriors in longboats. If you've been looking for a strong, powerful name for your girl or boy, or to name a character in a book or video game, you've come to the right place.
Here, we’ve gathered 205 of the best Viking names for males and females. Some of them signify strength and courage in battle, not to mention the rugged lives of the Scandinavian warriors who had these names. Others have their roots in the rich tapestry of Norse stories and mythology.
Maybe you have some ancestors you’d like to honor—one of these unique names would be a great choice. But even if you don’t, one thing’s for sure—a Viking name makes a statement.
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Best Viking Names and Their Meanings
1. Erik — "Eternal king,” from Old Norse.
2. Leif — "Descendant" or "heir."
3. Thor — From Old Norse for “thunder,” he’s the Norse god of thunder who wields a hammer.
4. Gunnar — "Warrior."
5. Sigurd — "Victorious guardian."
6. Sigrid — "Beautiful victory."
7. Harald — "Army commander."
8. Ragnar — A combination of “advice” and “warrior.”
9. Ansgar — "God's spear."
10. Ingrid — "Ing is beautiful" (Ing being an old Germanic god).
11. Agnes — "Chaste.”
12. Hedvig — A combination of “battle” and “war.”
13. Hanna — "Gracious.”
14. Canute — "Knot."
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Male Viking Names and Their Meanings
15. Agnar — "Warrior with a sharp sword."
16. Aksel — "Father of peace."
17. Alberich — "Ruler of supernatural beings."
18. Albert — "Noble and bright."
19. Aleksander — "Defender of mankind."
20. Alf — "Elf."
21. Alfred — "Wise counselor" or "elf ruler."
22. Alfvin — "Friend of elves."
23. Amund — "Protected by ancestors."
24. Anders — The Scandinavian form of Andrew, which means “manly.”
25. Andor — "Thor's eagle."
26. Anton — The Scandinavian form of Anthony, or Antonius, a Roman family name.
27. Ari — "Eagle.”
28. Arnt — "Eagle power.”
29. Aron — "Exalted."
30. Aud — "Wealth" or "fortune."
31. Axel — "Father of peace."
32. Balder — "Brave,” “bold,” or “hero.” In mythology, Balder is the son of Odin, and Thor’s half brother.
33. Bard — A combination of “battle” and “peace.”
34. Bendik — The Norwegian form of Benedict, which means "blessed.”
35. Birk — "Birch tree."
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36. Björn — "Bear."
37. Bragi — "Poetry.” In mythology, Bragi is the god of poetry.
38. Casper — A variation of Jasper, which means "treasurer.
39. Dag — "Day.”
40. Egil — "Awe” or “fear.”
41. Einar — "Lone warrior.”
42. Erland — "Foreigner.
43. Erling — "Descendant of the chieftain."
44. Eyvindr — A combination of “luck” and “victor.”
45. Fast — "Firm" or "steadfast."
46. Fenrir — From the word fen, which is a kind of marsh. In mythology, Fenrir is a giant wolf.
47. Finn — Just means someone from Finland.
48. Frode — "Wise.”
49. Gardar — A combination of "enclosure" and “warrior.”
50. Geir — "Spear."
51. Gerhard — "Brave spear.”
52. Gorm — "Honor.”
53. Grid — "Peace.”
54. Gudmund — "Protection of the gods."
55. Gulbrand — "God’s sword."
56. Gunborg — "Battle protection."
57. Gunther — "Warrior.”
58. Gustav — "Staff of the Geats" (an old Germanic tribe).
59. Guthrum — A combination of “god” and “respect.”
60. Haakon — "Battle son."
61. Hagen — "Enclosure."
62. Halfdan — Just means “half-Danish.”
63. Halle — "Rock."
64. Halvard — "Rock defender."
65. Harvard — "Army guard."
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66. Hasteinn — "High stone.”
67. Heimdall — "Glowing home.” In mythology, he’s the god who guards the Bifrost.
68. Heimir — "Home.”
69. Hoder — "Battle.”
70. Ingmar — Combination of “famous” and “Ing” (Ing is an old Germanic god).
71. Ingolf — Combination of “wolf” and “Ing.”
72. Ingvar — "Warrior of Ing."
73. Isak — From the name Isaac, which means "one who laughs."
74. Ivar — "Archer."
75. Jarl — "Chieftain.” An old rank of nobility.
76. Loki — "Lock” or possibly “flame.” Loki is the trickster god of Norse mythology.
77. Magnar — "Strong" or "mighty warrior."
78. Magni — "Strong.” Also the name of Thor’s son in mythology.
79. Mundi — "Protection.”
80. Nils — "People’s victory."
81. Oddbjorn — "Odd bear.”
82. Odin — "Rage.” Odin of course is the chief god in Norse mythology, and Thor’s father.
83. Olaf — "Ancestor’s legacy.”
84. Orvar — "Arrow."
85. Roald — "Famous ruler.”
86. Rollo — "Famous wolf."
87. Rurik — Along with Roald, also means “famous ruler.”
88. Siegfried — "Victory and peace."
89. Sigmund — "Victory and protection."
90. Sondre — "South.”
91. Steinar — "Stone warrior."
92. Sten — "Stone" or "rock."
93. Stig — "Path.”
94. Suni — "Son.”
95. Sven — "Boy.”
96. Tollak — "Thor's game.”
97. Torgeir — "Thor’s spear.”
98. Torgrim — "Thor’s mask."
99. Torkel — "Thor's cauldron.”
100. Torleif — "Thor's descendant.”
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101. Tormod — "Thor's wrath."
102. Torsten — "Thor's stone."
103. Torvald — "Thor's ruler.”
104. Trond — "Growing.”
105. Trym — "Noise.”
106. Tyr — The god of war in Norse mythology.
107. Ulf — "Wolf."
108. Valdemar — "Famous ruler.”
109. Vidar — "Wide warrior."
110. Viggo — "War.”
111. Vigi — A variant of Viggo.
112. Viking — Viking just means “viking” or "raider."
113. Vilhelm — "Strong-willed protector."
114. Volund — "Cunning” or "craftsman.”
115. Stoick - "Stand, stay."
Female Viking Names and Their Meanings
116. Alfhild — “Elf battle.”
117. Alva — "Elf.”
118. Amalie — "Brave,” or “industrious"
119. Anette — The Scandinavian form of Hannah, which means “blessed.”
120. Anja — "Gracious" or "merciful."
121. Arnborg — A combination of “eagle” and “help.”
122. Arvid — "Eagle tree.”
123. Asta — "Love.”
124. Astrid — "Divine strength" or "beauty."
125. Birgit — "Exalted" or "noble."
126. Birta — Another form of Birgit, meaning “exalted.”
127. Bjorg — "Rescue" or "help."
128. Borghild — "Fortress” and “battle.”
129. Brunhild — "Armored battle."
130. Bryndis — "Goddess armor.”
131. Brynja — "Armor" or "protection."
132. Dagmar — A combination of “day” and “maid.”
133. Dagrun — "Day” and “rune.”
134. Dagny — "New day" or "dawn."
135. Edda — "Great-grandmother.”
136. Eir — "Mercy.” In mythology, she was the goddess of healing.
137. Elli — "Old age" or "eternity."
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138. Ellinor — "Shining light."
139. Elna — "Torch" or "light."
140. Embla — Refers to an elm tree.
141. Erda — "Earth" or "ground."
142. Erna — "Earnest" or "vigorous."
143. Espen — "Divine bear."
144. Eydis — A combination of “good fortune” and “goddess.”
145. Freya — "Lady.” In mythology, a goddess, of love and war.
146. Frida — "Beautiful" or "beloved.”
147. Frigg — "Beloved.” In mythology, Odin’s wife.
148. Gerda — "Enclosure."
149. Gerhilde — "Battle spear."
150. Greta — "Pearl.”
151. Grimhildr — "Battle mask.”
152. Groa — "To grow.”
153. Gudrid — "God’s beloved.”
154. Gudrun — "God's wisdom.”
155. Gulla — "Golden" or "precious."
156. Gunda — "War.”
157. Gytha — "Gift" or "offering."
158. Hallgerda — "Protector of the rock" or "stronghold."
159. Hedda — "Battle" or "strife."
160. Hekla — "Cloak.”
161. Hel — "To conceal.” In mythology, Loki’s daughter and ruler of the underworld, which is also called Hel.
162. Helga — "Blessed one."
163. Hilda — "Battle."
164. Hildegard — "Battle protector."
165. Hulda — "Secret one.”
166. Inga — "People of Ing."
167. Ingeborg — "Protection of Ing."
168. Ingunn — "Loved by Ing.”
169. Ingvild — "Battle of Ing.”
170. Kara — "Stormy one.”
171. Katla — "Kettle” or “helmet.”
172. Lagertha — "Shield maiden" or "warrior woman."
173. Lillemor — "Little mother."
174. Liv — "Life" or "protection."
175. Madelen — "Of Magdala" or "tower."
176. Magda — "Woman from Magdala" or "strong."
177. Magnhild — "Mighty in battle."
178. Malfrid — "Peaceful" or "gracious battle."
179. Nanna — "Brave" or "daring,” also a goddess in Norse mythology.
180. Oda — "Wealth" or "fortune."
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181. Ragna — "Advisor" or "powerful judgment."
182. Ragnhild — A combination of “advice” and “battle.”
183. Sif — "Bride.” In mythology, she is Thor’s wife.
184. Signy — "New victory."
185. Sigrun — "Victory rune" or "secret of victory."
186. Sigurd — "Victorious guardian."
187. Skadi — "Damage.” In mythology she’s a giant who represents winter and skiing.
188. Skuld — "Debt." Also the name of one of the Norns, the three fates in Norse mythology.
189. Solbjorg — A combination of “room” and “help.”
190. Solely — "Buttercup.”
191. Steinunn — "Stone wave.”TKTKSundri — "Sound" or "noise."
192. Svanhild — "Swan battle."
193. Thrud — "Strength."
194. Torhild — "Thor's battle" or "Thor's protection."
195. Torny — A combination of "Thor” and “new.”
196. Trude — "Strength" or "power."
197. Tyra — "Thor's warrior" or "battle goddess."
198. Unnur — "Wave.”
199. Urd — "Fate.” One of the three Norns, or goddesses of fate.
200. Valdis — "Goddess of the dead.”
201. Vanadis — "Goddess of the Vanir” (the Vanir being one of the families of the gods).
202. Verdandi — "Becoming.” The third of the Norns.
203. Wenche — “Friend.”
204. Ylva — "She-wolf."
205. Aina — "Always" or "forever."
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