Norwegian Baby Names
Explore our collection of baby names with Norwegian origins. These names reflect the rich cultural heritage and linguistic traditions of Norwegian culture.
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Elena
Sun ray, shining light; Moon
Girl
Elena
Sun ray, shining light; Moon
Girl
Lena
Torch, bright, ray of light; Tower, dwelling
Girl
Lena
Torch, bright, ray of light; Tower, dwelling
Girl
Anders
Manly, masculine; Warrior; Courageous
Boy
Iverson
Son of Iver; Of Ivor; Yew tree; Bow; Army; Warrior
Boy
Valen
Strong, healthy; Valiant; Ford; To have power or influence
Unisex
Lenna
Strong as a lion; Brave lion; Dwelling; Temptress; Illustrious; Light
Girl
Mayla
Mother; Nurse
Girl
Oslo
Estuary, river mouth; Meadow of the gods
Boy
Hjalmar
Helmeted warrior
Andrine
Manly; Virile
Evald
Lifetime; Ruler, law; Power
Walfred
Ruler of peace
Noora
Of Noor; Light, brightness, the divine light
Girl
Olsen
Son of Ole; Ancestors' heir, legacy of ancestors
Boy
Teigen
Strip of land; Darling; Pretty, beautiful; Poet
Unisex
Teigen
Strip of land; Darling; Pretty, beautiful; Poet
Unisex
Andersen
Son of Anders or Andrew
Boy
Birgitte
Exalted one
Sommer
Warm disposition; Summer
Girl
Hansen
Son of Hans
Boy
Ronella
Rough island; Ruler's counselor; Might; Song
Nils
People of victory
Boy
Annita
Grace, favor
Kursten
Follower of Christ
Swen
Young man; Young warrior; Squire
Hilton
Hill town
Boy
Rustan
Rust's estate; The red-haired one's estate; Place on the clearing
Ambor
Amber
Kaja
Pure; Free man; Earth; Echo; Jackdaw
Girl
Hanne
He (God) has favored me; Grace
Birgitta
Exalted one; Strong
Grete
Pearl
Hedda
War, battle
Hedda
War, battle
Mirren
Little lively one; Bog, wetland
Girl
Ulrich
Noble or regal ruler
Boy
Hakan
Noble; High son; From the high dynasty; Emperor; Ruler; Fiery
Boy
Erlinda
Spirited, lively; Princess, noblewoman
Girl
Evina
Happy warrior; Life, source of life, mother of life; Love
Girl
Noar
Narrows; Small river; Lump; Light, radiance
Boy
Elison
Son of Ellis
Niels
People of victory, champion
Boy
Alette
Noble
Girl
Kesia
Favorite; Earth bound; Cassia tree
Girl
Kesia
Favorite; Earth bound; Cassia tree
Girl
Tona
Priceless; Praiseworthy; Beautiful
Girl
Valla
Singled out; Field, meadow
Girl
Ree
Bitterness; Beloved; Wished-for child; Gratitude; Blessing; Love; Long narrow gravel ridge
Kjerstin
Follower of Christ
Torres
Towers; Thor's shaft
Boy
Abjorn
a dread bear
Aleinn
protection, fortune, elf
Alja
Entire; Defender
Ancerus
to answer
Baldr
prince
Birget
Exalted one
Birgetta
exalted one
Birgitt
exalted one
Bjarki
birch tree
Bjoerg
Of Bjorg; Help, salvation
Byrget
exalted one
Byrgitt
exalted one
Dagrun
secret day
Eileifr
ever heir old
Eilo
Bright, shining light
Elgiva
Holy; Sacred; Elf's spear; Pious
Eyarr
noble, sightly man
Eyolf
lucky wolf
Eyulf
lucky wolf
Finnbjorn
Blond bear
Fredrikke
Peaceful ruler
Frode
Learned; wise
Fullhugi
full with a brave mind
Geir
Spear
Gianney
To be gracious
Glyrna
to glower
Grani
beard, mustache
Hafli
giant
Hallvard
Guardian of the rock
Hallverd
Guardian of the rock
Hanssen
Son of Hans; Jehovah has favored
Hildir
battle
Huldr
covered, secret
Kafli
Long round piece of wood
Klintr
cliff
Lavrans
From Laurentum; Laurel; From the place of laurel trees
Majbritt
wished for child, exalted one
Makan
place
Meginbjorn
Mighty bear
Mikjel
big, great
Mirja
drop of the sea, exalted one
Moja
Great; Mother; Brave warrior
Olar
Green beast
Pernille
Rock, stone
Ragi
loving, very much attached
Ranog
house of fighters
Ruud
famous wolf
Serkr
shirt
About Norwegian Names
Norwegian names have a rich history and cultural significance. They often reflect the values, traditions, and linguistic characteristics of Norwegian culture. Choosing a Norwegian name for your child can be a wonderful way to honor your heritage or express your appreciation for Norwegian culture.
Naming Tips
- Research the meaning and cultural significance of Norwegian 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