Danish Names for Boys
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Jensen
Spelling variation of Jenson and Danish surname
"son of Jens"
A variation of Jenson, which is actually more popular than the original in the United States. This spelling also holds the distinction of being the most common surname in Denmark. The most famous…
Hugo
Latinized form of Hugh
"mind, intellect"
Hugo, the Latin form of Hugh, has more heft and energy than the original -- and of course we love names that end (or begin, for that matter) with an o. This one is especially appealing because it's…
Soren
Danish, Norwegian
"stern"
This gentle Scandinavian name, soft and sensitive, is being discovered in a major way by parents in the US. It's most closely identified with the nineteenth century philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, but…
Derrick
Spelling variation of Derek, English from German form of Theodoric,"the people's ruler"
"the people's ruler"
Derek is one of those names that, in its heyday, spawned lots of variations, all trendy. Last year, about 300 baby boys were named Derrick and about 1350 were named Derek.
Derick
Derick is a masculine name that originated as a variation of Derek, which itself derives from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' This Old German name combines 'theud'…
Adolf
German
"noble wolf"
Adolf may have been a Swedish royal name but the terrible dictatorship of Adolf Hitler has ruled out this name Adolf for any sensible parent. In the US last year, there were more than 100 boys' given…
Kristian
Danish, Albanian, Breton, Bulgarian, Danish, Estonian, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish variation of Christian
Variation of Christian.
Derrek
Derrek is a variant spelling of Derek, which originated from the Old German name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' This alternative spelling adds a unique touch while maintaining the strong,…
Iver
Norwegian variant of Ivar
"yew wood, archer, warrior"
Iver is a popular name in its native Norway, but parents in the U.S. are starting to take note of this rugged yet gentle name. Stemming from the original Norse name Ívarr , it is part of a small…
Clemens
Latin
"merciful and gentle"
This surname related to Clement is strongly associated with Major League pitcher Roger Clemens, winner of more Cy Young awards than any other pitcher in baseball history, and has a softer sound than…
Gillis
Gillis is a masculine name of multiple origins, functioning as both a given name and surname across various European cultures. In Dutch and Scandinavian usage, it developed as a diminutive of names…
Gregos
Gregos is a masculine name with Greek origins, functioning as a variation of Gregory or Gregor. These names derive from the Greek 'Gregorios,' meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant.' Gregos maintains the…
Gunder
Gunder is a masculine name of Norse and Germanic origin, derived from the Old Norse name Gunnarr, which combines elements meaning 'war' and 'warrior.' The name has deep historical roots in…
Guenter
Guenter is a masculine name of Germanic origin, representing the German spelling of Günter or Günther. Derived from the elements 'gund' meaning 'war' and 'hari' meaning 'army,' it has strong…
Gustaof
Gustaof appears to be a variant spelling of Gustaf or Gustav, a name of Swedish origin meaning "staff of the Goths" or "God's staff." This uncommon variation may have emerged through family naming…
Hamlet
Anglicized form of Danish, Amleth
The "To Be or Not to Be" jokes, via Shakespeare's tortured prince, will get old by Month Two.
Henning
Henning is a masculine name with Scandinavian and Germanic origins, particularly popular in Denmark, Norway, and northern Germany. It likely developed as a diminutive of Heinrich (Henry), derived…
Henerik
Henerik is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Henrik or Heinrich, names of Germanic origin meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'home ruler.' This specific spelling variation might…
Ib
Danish, diminutive of Jacob
Ib, though it sounds insubstantial here, is actually a pretty common name in Denmark.
Ibsen
Danish
"son of Ib"
Ibsen is a literary hero name possibility, after the great Norwegian dramatist, Henrik I. The name Ib is a short form of Jacob, so you might consider Ibsen as an honorific for or a twin of a Jacob.