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Hroar

OriginNorwegian cognate of Roger
Meaning"famous warrior, famous spear"
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About Hroar

A Norwegian relation of Roger, Hroar is derived from the Old Norse element hróðr meaning "fame". combined with either herr meaning "warrior" or "geirr meaning "spear". English speakers might find the pronunciation unintuitive at first, but it is said as ROO-ar.

Also found in Icelandic but spelled Hróar, notable bearers include enamel artist and jeweler Hroar Prydz, and Olympic speed skater Hroar Elvenes.

Pronounced HROAR.

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