300+ Viking Names

  1. Kali
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "black one"
    • Description:

      Kali is a popular girls' name in the US with dark origins: She is the Hindu goddess of death and destruction, though we'd wager many parents see the name as simply a respelling of Callie.
  2. Rolf
    • Origin:

      Abbreviated form of Rudolf, German
    • Meaning:

      "famous wolf"
    • Description:

      Like Papa name Rudolf, Rolf never quite emigrated from the Bavarian Alps. You might want to move on to Rollo or Wolf.
  3. Eirik
    • Description:

      Eirik is a masculine name of Old Norse origin and is a traditional Scandinavian variant of Erik or Eric. The name derives from the elements 'ei' (ever, always) and 'ríkr' (ruler, king, mighty), thus meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful.' Particularly common in Norway, this spelling preserves the authentic Nordic heritage of the name. Eirik was borne by several Norwegian kings and figures in Norse sagas, including Eirik Bloodaxe. While less common internationally than Erik, this spelling offers cultural authenticity appealing to those with Scandinavian heritage or those seeking a strong name with historical depth and a slightly distinctive spelling.
  4. Gudrun
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "god's rune; secret battle"
    • Description:

      Difficult name familiar here mainly via D. H. Lawrence's Women in Love.
  5. Trygve
    • Origin:

      Norwegian
    • Meaning:

      "trustworthy"
    • Description:

      Trygve peaked in popularity in mid-century Norway, making it a grandpa name today, though it nevertheless has a brilliant meaning and a spiky sound.
  6. Ingolf
    • Origin:

      Old Danish and Old Swedish
    • Meaning:

      "Ing's wolf"
  7. Kalf
    • Origin:

      Old Danish and Old Swedish
    • Meaning:

      "calf"
  8. Ulfur
    • Origin:

      Icelandic variation of Ulf, Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "wolf"
    • Description:

      Úlfur is a top name in its native Iceland, although it isn't likely to travel outside the country.
  9. Hakon
    • Description:

      Hakon is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, historically spelled Hákon or Håkon in Scandinavian countries. The name combines the elements 'há' (high) and 'konr' (son, descendant), essentially meaning 'high son' or 'of noble birth.' With deep historical roots, Hakon was borne by numerous Norwegian kings and continues to be used in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Iceland today. While maintaining strong popularity in Scandinavia, it remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, though increasing interest in Norse heritage and mythology has brought attention to such traditional names. Hakon offers a strong, distinctive sound with historical depth, appealing to parents seeking a name with authentic Nordic roots and a powerful meaning.
  10. Rangi
    • Origin:

      Maori
    • Meaning:

      "sky"
    • Description:

      In Maori and other Polynesian mythology Rangi or Ranginui was a god of the sky, husband of the earth goddess Papa or Papatuanuku. This strong and simple Māori name would make for a fresh celestial choice.
  11. Gunvor
    • Origin:

      Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish
    • Meaning:

      "cautious in war"
  12. Ellisif
    • Origin:

      Icelandic variation of Elizabeth
  13. Mathios
    • Description:

      Mathios is a masculine name with Greek origins, representing a traditional Greek variant of Matthew. Derived from the Hebrew name Mattathias, it carries the meaning 'gift of God' or 'gift from Yahweh.' While Matthew has been widely popular throughout Western countries, Mathios retains its distinctly Greek character, making it more common in Greece and among Greek diaspora communities. The name maintains the spiritual significance of its Hebrew roots while offering a connection to Greek heritage and Orthodox traditions. Mathios has a melodic quality with its flowing syllables ending in the typical Greek masculine '-os' suffix. For parents seeking a name with biblical roots and Greek cultural connections, Mathios offers depth and cultural specificity.

  14. Bjørn
    • Origin:

      Danish and Norwegian variation of Bjorn, Swedish
    • Meaning:

      "bear"
    • Description:

      The slashed O form of Bjorn is standard in Norway and Denmark. The umlaut variation, Björn is used in most other languages today.
  15. Tora
    • Origin:

      Norse
    • Meaning:

      "thunder"
    • Description:

      Tora is the female version of Tor or Thor, the name of the Norse god of thunder. Actress Jeanne Tripplehorn chose it for her daughter.
  16. Magni
    • Origin:

      Nordic
    • Meaning:

      "great"
    • Description:

      Magni is a powerful name from Norse mythology: he’s the son of Thor and the giant Járnsaxa. A more modern variant is Magne, which is currently climbing fast in Denmark.
  17. Hallbjörn
    • Origin:

      Old Norse
    • Meaning:

      "stone bear"
  18. Hjördis
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "sword goddess"
    • Description:

      Pronunciation problems overwhelm this name.
  19. Kåre
    • Origin:

      Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish
    • Meaning:

      "curly"
    • Description:

      Kåre was a common name in Norway in the early 20th century — today it's associated with the grandfather generation.
  20. Rǫskva
    • Origin:

      Old Norse
    • Meaning:

      "vigorous, brave"
    • Description:

      In Norse mythology, Rǫskva was the daughter of a peasant farmer who became a servant of Thor, along with her brother Þjálfi.

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