Icelandic Baby Names
Explore our collection of baby names with Icelandic origins. These names reflect the rich cultural heritage and linguistic traditions of Icelandic culture.
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Axel
Father of peace
Boy
Arturo
Bear; Bear king, bear man; Noble; Lofty hill; Rock; Follower of Thor
Boy
Thyri
Feminine of Thor; Thunder
Girl
Birta
bright and famous
Einar
one warrior; battle leader
Boy
Einar
one warrior; battle leader
Boy
Isak
laughter
Boy
Brynna
Hill, mound; Water
Girl
Gudrun
God's secret lore; Secret history of the gods
Artia
Noble; Lofty Hill, Bear; Rock; Follower of Thor
Alvar
Elf warrior
Silja
blind one
Faida
plentiful
Morgun
Circling sea; Born of the sea; Morning
Rikia
Island ruler; Kingdom; Ruler
Edda
grandmother
Girl
Inga
guarded by Ing
Girl
Lilja
Lily; God is my oath
Girl
Floki
Heroic Viking
Boy
Atli
ornament
Katla
Pure
Darri
Spear
Arnkatla
Of Arnkætill; Eagle; Cauldron
Audbjorg
To preserve prosperity
Audur
Of Auðr; Prosperity, fortune, riches
Benteinn
Sword
Drifa
Fall of snow; Snowdrift
Egill
Awe, terror
Egill
Awe, terror
Fjola
Violet flower
Fridrik
Funi
Flame
Galinn
Bewitched, enchanted; Frantic, mad, frenzied
Gildi
Sacrifice; Payment, value, worth; Guild, union; Gold-covered, gilded
Gudmundur
God, protector
Hallbera
Big stone
Halldor
Hekla
cloak
Helgi
productive, successful, happy
Hjordis
Sword goddess
Jokull
Glacier
Ketill
Kettle; Cauldron
Maeja
Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved
Sindri
Sparkle
Valgerdur
Ruler, protection
Vilmar
Great warrior
Vor
Spring
Vor
Spring
About Icelandic Names
Icelandic names have a rich history and cultural significance. They often reflect the values, traditions, and linguistic characteristics of Icelandic culture. Choosing a Icelandic name for your child can be a wonderful way to honor your heritage or express your appreciation for Icelandic culture.
Naming Tips
- Research the meaning and cultural significance of Icelandic names
- Consider the pronunciation and potential nicknames
- Think about how the name might be perceived in different cultural contexts
- Check for any historical or literary associations with the name
- Consult with native speakers or cultural experts if you're unsure about a name's usage or connotations