Female and male names most popular from last year : Norway.
1177 names found
Sophia
Greek-derived female name meaning 'wisdom,' popularized by figures like Saint Sophia and Sophia of Nassau.
Elias
Elias: Hebrew origin, meaning "the Lord is my God.
Axel
Axel is of Scandinavian origin, dating back to Old Norse Ásgöðr, meaning 'god of the Æsir' or 'enemy of the Æsir', reflecting its association with Norse mythology.
Christian
Unisex given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," derived from the word "christianus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become one of the most common names worldwide.
Matias
Latin-origin name meaning 'gift of God', used throughout history and popularized during the Middle Ages in Spain.
Freya
Old Norse feminine given name derived from 'Frøya', meaning 'lady' or 'noble woman'. It's associated with the Norse goddess of love, beauty, fertility, and abundance.
Ryker
Norwegian name meaning "rower" or "oarsman," originally given to skilled boat handlers during the Viking Age. Today, it signifies strength, determination, and adaptability across various cultures worldwide.
Oscar
Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic "Hroswitha," meaning "divine spear.
Kaia
Hawaiian name meaning "the sea", associated with the Hawaiian goddess of the ocean.
Eric
Male given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning "eternally powerful" or "forever powerful".
Grant
Scottish unisex name derived from "gráinne," meaning "champion" or "great warrior.
Lia
Hebrew name meaning "night," associated with the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel and shortened from Leah, another Hebrew name with the same meaning.
Leia
Hebrew name meaning "I know" or "God knows", derived from the Hebrew word "יָדַע" (yada').
Jensen
Jensen: Scandinavian name from Denmark & Norway, derived from Old Norse Jensson ('God is gracious'). Popular in Scandinavia, now global.
Noa
Modern, unisex Hebrew name meaning "movement," popular worldwide but especially in Scandinavia. Its biblical roots add historic significance without gender limitation.
Astrid
Germanic feminine given name derived from Old Norse elements 'ástr' meaning 'god' and 'vár' meaning 'guard', thus signifying 'divine guard' or 'godly guardian'. It was popular among the Norse people during the Viking Age and has been carried by notable figures such as Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, known for creating Pippi Longstocking.
Erik
Scandinavian name meaning "eternally powerful".
Jennifer
English name derived from the Welsh Guinevere, meaning "fair and joyful," popularized by American actress Jennifer Jones in the mid-20th century and widely used globally.
Soren
The Danish given name Soren originates from Old Norse, meaning 'stern' or 'severe', reflecting strength and resilience of Scandinavian values.
Johan
Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse John meaning "God is gracious." It's popular in Sweden, Norway, and other Scandinavian countries, with notable bearers including Dutch lawyer Johan van Oldenbarnevelt and German composer Johann Sebastian Bach. Today, Johan is globally embraced despite its historical roots.
Nikolai
Greek-derived boys' name meaning "victory of the people," popularized in Russia by Saint Nicholas and globally through figures like Tesla.
Caspian
Unique male name derived from the English origin of the Caspian Sea, the largest inland body of water on Earth, known for its vastness and mystery.
Liv
Scandinavian-derived name originally meaning 'protection' and 'bear', popularized in Norway in the late 19th century thanks to Viking heroine Liv.
Aila
Scandinavian unisex name derived from the Old Norse word "álfr", meaning "elf". It carries magical associations with nature and fertility.
Casen
Norwegian name with Old Norse roots, originally used as a nickname for someone with a small head or eccentric personality, but now widely recognized as a unique and uncommon given name.
Boden
Rare yet captivating Scandinavian male name derived from 'boð', meaning 'message'. Its rich history in Norse mythology associates it with wisdom, eloquence, and leadership.
Bjorn
Old Norse name meaning 'bear', popular among Vikings and still widely used in Scandinavia today.
Anders
Named Anders, of Norwegian origin, his name means 'manly' or 'strong' in Old Norse.
Greta
Italian-derived name meaning 'pearl', popular worldwide; it originated as a diminutive of Margaret but gained independence, notably borne by Swedish film icon Greta Garbo.
Leif
Ancient Scandinavian male name meaning "heir" or "descendant," popularized by the Viking explorer Leif Erikson, who reached North America around 1000 AD.
Annika
Swedish name derived from Old Norse 'Anna', meaning "grace" or "favor".
Elsa
Female given name of Germanic origin, meaning "nobility" or "preeminence," derived from the Old Norse word "áls.
Eren
Turkish name meaning "snow" or "storm," associated with Norse god Thor's chariot goats, often considered to bring good fortune in some cultures.
Erika
German-origin female given name derived from "Eiche," meaning "oak tree." It signifies strength and resilience, and has gained global popularity since the mid-20th century, notably popularized by renowned soprano Erika Köth.
Carl
German-origin name meaning "free man" or "strong," popularized by historical figures like mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss and botanist Carl Linnaeus, and remains a classic choice worldwide despite fluctuations in popularity.
Stefan
Latin-derived name meaning 'crown' or 'garland', popularized throughout history and across cultures with figures like Saint Stephen and Stefan Batory.
Ingrid
Scandinavian feminine given name meaning 'beautiful girl'.
Kristian
Scandinavian name derived from the Greek 'Christós', meaning 'anointed'.
Sofie
Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Old Norse Soffia, itself a variant of Sophia, meaning "wisdom." It has been popular throughout Scandinavia since the 14th century and has gained international recognition.
Kamilla
Kamilla, of Scandinavian origin, means 'wreath island' and signifies sanctity and beauty, popularized by notable figures like Kamilla Bendtsen and Kamilla Skribolt.