Updated October 2026
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Germanic, Scandinavian
"lives on a hill; mountain region"
A Norwegian city name, heard much more often as a last name than a first, Bergen may nevertheless appeal as an alternative to Brogan, Keegan, Summit, or Brooks. Strong and rugged, it was given to 8…
Norse
"groundskeeper, enclosure"
A name that took on a pronounced country twang via Nashville megastar Garth (born Troyal) Brooks.
Kaspar is a masculine name with ancient Persian origins, traditionally believed to mean 'treasurer' or 'keeper of the treasure.' It gained prominence in Christian tradition as one of the Three Wise…
Dutch and Scandinavian variation of Arnold
"ruler; strong as an eagle"
Works better as a full name than Arnie does as a nickname.
Scandinavian
"lord, exalted one"
Frey is the handsome Norse fertility god, a worthy namesake. Frey remains rare in the US even as the similar Freya picks up in popularity.
Manx, Scandinavian, Norse
"God is the protector; divine protection"
Ultimately derived from the Old Norse Ásmundr, Asmund is the Scandinavian and Manx form, predominantly used in Denmark, Sweden and Norway. In the case of Norway, however, it is much more popularly…
"ancestor's relic"
Olaf, though sainted and regal in Norway, is slightly oafish here. It is one of those names that has become completely familiar in the U.S. without ever becoming assimilated. Now that he's a comical…
"Thor's stone"
Shades of Thurston Howell, the effete millionaire castaway on Gilligan's Island.
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…
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…
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.
"Thor's ruler"
Torvald, not to be confused with Torvill of skating fame, is a Norse name which might be of interest to parents looking for Thor-related options. Torvald is most familiar in the English-speaking…
"glorious raven"
The raven was a holy bird in Norse mythology, giving this choice some resonance beyond other Bart variations.
Bernt is a masculine name of Scandinavian and Germanic origin, functioning as a variation of Bernard or Bernhard, which derives from elements meaning "bear" and "brave" or "hardy." Particularly…
"son of Bjorn"
Leave it at Bjorn.
"brother"
One of the more unfamiliar Nordic choices, a perfect set-up for the nickname Brody.
"knot"
More familiar in its K forms, where it's associated with football legend Knute Rockne, Canute has a tough, macho image.
"Carl's son"
Good way to honor Scandinavian roots, or an ancestor named Carl or Charles.
Scandinavian and German variation of Nicolas
A very Christmas-y Christmas baby name , that may avoid the Santa image by instead adopting the alternative spelling Klaus.
Scandinavian & Dutch variation of Daniel
"God is my judge"
Dan with a little something extra.