Cool Icelandic Names

Agusta is a feminine name with classical origins, representing a feminine form of Augustus, which comes from Latin meaning 'majestic,' 'venerable,' or 'great.' The name carries historical significance, as Augustus was the title of the first Roman emperor and became associated with dignity and respect. Agusta may also be connected to the place name Augusta, used for several cities founded during the Roman Empire. The name has a vintage charm with its soft sounds and classical roots. While uncommon today, it appeals to parents drawn to traditional names with historical depth. Agusta offers an alternative to the more familiar Augusta, providing subtle uniqueness while maintaining its elegant, timeless quality and strong etymological meaning.

A top name in Iceland, while its parent name Alvar, ranks highly in Sweden and Finland.

Emilia is the feminine form of the Roman clan name Aemilius, which derived from the Latin aemulus, meaning "rival." In Shakespeare’s Othello, Emilia is the wife of Iago and confidante of Desdemona. Amelia, although homonymous, has a different root and meaning.

The dynamic personality and paintings of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo have inspired growing numbers of parents to resurrect this form of the name. It does much better in certain European countries, especially in Denmark and Norway. The Frieda and Freida spellings were more popular in the US until the middle of the 20th century.

The Old Norse word for "harp", also designating the constellation Lyra (which means "lyre" in Greek). It's popular in Iceland, where it is also the name of the first month of summer in the old Icelandic calendar.

Johanna is the version of this name used in Holland, Germany, and Scandinavia. The extra h makes Johanna a slightly more dignified version of Joanna.

Jonas has a slightly more grandfatherly image than the English version of his name, but that only adds to its retro appeal. And though it may lag behind Jonah in this country, Jonas is riding a huge wave of popularity in Europe, where it ranks highly in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Norway.

This is an alternative to Laura or Lauren made romantic by Dr Zhivago, and badass by video-game heroine Lara Croft.

Apt to be confused with Raquel.

Sóley is the Icelandic word for the buttercup flower, derived from the words meaning "sun" and "island." It is also used on the Faroe Islands as a short form of Sólja.