Danish Names for Girls

Malene

Malene is a feminine name primarily used in Denmark and Norway. It originated as a Scandinavian form of Magdalene, which derives from Mary Magdalene in biblical tradition. The name has been used in…

Magdalone

Danish variation of Magdalena

"from Magdala"

Magdalone is Danish variation of Magdalene or Magdalena, which derive from Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament. The name originates from Magdala, an ancient town on the Sea of…

Petrine

Petrine is a feminine name with deep religious and historical significance. Derived from the Latin 'Petrinus,' meaning 'of Peter' or 'rock-like,' it directly connects to the apostle Peter from…

Petrina

Petrina is a feminine name with classical roots, derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "rock" or "stone." It's essentially the feminine form of Peter, carrying connotations of strength and…

Petrea

Petrea is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from 'petra' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' It represents a feminine form of Peter (Petros). The name carries connotations of strength, stability,…

Petah

Native American

"rock, stone"

This spelling variation of Peta, chosen by Ani DiFranco for her daughter, might be a little difficult to pull off. Alternative suggestions: Petra and Petal.

Pedrine

Pedrine is a feminine name of Portuguese and Spanish origin, functioning as the feminine form of Pedro (Peter), which derives from the Greek 'Petros' meaning 'stone' or 'rock.' This elegant variation…

Vibeke

Vibeke is a feminine Scandinavian name particularly popular in Norway and Denmark. It derives from the Old Norse name Vibeka, which combines 'vi' (sacred) and 'beka' (protection), essentially meaning…

Bente

Danish feminine form of Benedict

"blessed"

Bente, pronounced ben-tah, is a popular girls' name in both The Netherlands and Denmark though largely unknown in the English-speaking world. It suffers by being a near-homonym of the English word…

Vigga

Scandinavian

"war/battle"

While Americans may be more familiar with the male form of this name, thanks to actor Viggo Mortensen, Vigga is a popular name in contemporary Denmark and prime for wider export. It's a name with a a…