Scandinavian Names for Boys
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Pelle
Scandinavian variation of Peter, Greek
"rock, stone"
Pelle is one of several possible Peter-related Scandinavian choices. In Swedish or Norwegian, the name Pelle rhymes roughly with Ella.
Per
Scandinavian variation of Peter
So simple, yet so unique: a prime candidate for export. Pronunciation is like the English pair or pear.
Raynor
Norse
"mighty army"
Original and straightforward, but with little appeal.
Ragnvald
Scandinavian, Norse
"wise ruler; powerful ruler"
A modern form of the Old Norse Ragnvaldr and a relation of Reginald, Renaud, Ronald, and Reynold, Ragnvald is a rugged and strong name used predominantly in Norway and Sweden. Notable bearers include…
Roar
Norwegian cognate of Roger
"famous warrior; famous spear"
While this may look like an animal related word name to those unfamiliar with it, Roar is a Norwegian name derived from the Old Norse element hróðr meaning "fame". combined with either herr meaning…
Tyr
Norse, God of law and heroic victory
Tyr is a very early embodiment of a Norse god, typically thought to guide the law, justice, war and victory.
Tyw
Tyw is an exceptionally rare masculine name with possible connections to ancient Germanic or Norse naming traditions. This compact, three-letter name might relate to Tyr (or Tiw), the Norse god of…
Thorian
Thorian is a modern masculine name with Norse inspirations, likely derived from Thor, the powerful Norse god of thunder, strength, and protection. The suffix '-ian' adds a contemporary feel while…
Thoren
Norse and Scandinavian
"thunder"
As the mythological Thor morphs into a modern baby name, the variations Thoren and Thorin feel like real possibilities, not just in Scandinavia but around the Western world.
Thurston
Scandinavian
"Thor's stone"
Shades of Thurston Howell, the effete millionaire castaway on Gilligan's Island.
Thurstan
Scandinavian, variation of Thurston
"Thor's stone"
Thurston Howell was the snooty millionaire on Gilligan's Island , but these days such surname names don't have the same elitist air.
Ulf
Scandinavian
"wolf"
A common Scandinavian name , but hard to imagine being used elsewhere.
Ulrik
Scandianvian variation of Ulrich, German
"rich and noble heritage"
It may surprise Americans to hear that Ulrik is a fashionable choice elsewhere in the world, as U is the least-used letter for given names in the US. In recent years, Ulrik has been one of the…
Valdemar
Nordic variation of Vladimir
Ten years ago we would have advised people to steer clear of this name (and maybe choose the similar sounding Walter instead); but with the rise of other Nordic and Eastern European names like Viggo…
Waldemar
German
"famous ruler"
The American child given this name of four kings of Denmark, not to mention one so similar to that of the Harry Potter archvillain Lord Voldemort, might have to pay a large emotional import tax.
Valter
German and Scandinavian variation of Walter
Vill always sound as if you're pronouncing Walter with an affected accent.
Woldemar
Woldemar is a masculine name of Germanic origin, a variant of the name Vladimir or Waldemar. It combines the elements 'wald' or 'wold' meaning 'rule' or 'power' with 'mar' or 'mer' meaning 'famous'…
Woulter
Woulter is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of the Dutch name Wouter, which itself derives from Walter. This distinctive spelling maintains the strong Germanic roots…
Wolter
Wolter is a masculine name of Germanic and Dutch origin, functioning as a variant of Walter or Wouter. The name derives from the Old German elements 'wald' meaning 'rule' or 'power' and 'hari'…
Verner
Verner is a masculine name with Germanic and Scandinavian origins, derived from the elements 'war' and 'army,' meaning 'defending warrior' or 'protecting army.' This ancient name was brought to…