Female and male names most popular from last year : Norwegian.
619 names found
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.
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.
Eric
Male given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning "eternally powerful" or "forever powerful".
Leia
Hebrew name meaning "I know" or "God knows", derived from the Hebrew word "יָדַע" (yada').
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".
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.
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.
Anders
Named Anders, of Norwegian origin, his name means 'manly' or 'strong' in Old Norse.
Leif
Ancient Scandinavian male name meaning "heir" or "descendant," popularized by the Viking explorer Leif Erikson, who reached North America around 1000 AD.
Elsa
Female given name of Germanic origin, meaning "nobility" or "preeminence," derived from the Old Norse word "áls.
Ingrid
Scandinavian feminine given name meaning 'beautiful girl'.
Kamilla
Kamilla, of Scandinavian origin, means 'wreath island' and signifies sanctity and beauty, popularized by notable figures like Kamilla Bendtsen and Kamilla Skribolt.
Aksel
Scandinavian name of Norwegian and Danish origin, derived from the Greek Asklepios, god of healing and medicine, meaning 'to cut apart' or 'to heal'.
Nickolas
Ancient Greek name meaning "victory of the people," composed of nike ("victory") and laos ("people").
Stori
Rare yet powerful Scandinavian girl's name of Norwegian origin, derived from Old Norse "stóri" meaning "great." It carries historical significance and a strong connotation of greatness despite its masculine appearance.
Colsen
Rare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse elements 'Kols' meaning 'coal/black' and 'stein' meaning 'stone', signifying 'black stone'.
Oslo
Distinctive Norwegian given name derived from the capital city itself, its origin tracing back to Old Norse words 'ás' meaning god and 'óss' signifying mouth or river.
Olin
Rare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse elements "auðr" meaning wealth and "inn" meaning home, translating to "rich home".
Iver
Norwegian name meaning 'bow' or 'arch', derived from Old Norse Ívarr and historically linked to brave, strong archers.
Karli
Karli, of Norwegian origin, signifies 'strong' or 'freeholder'; popular among Vikings, now widely used in Scandinavia.
Kolsen
Rare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse Kolbjorn, meaning 'black bear', reflecting power and courage.
Ryden
Norwegian name meaning 'powerful warrior', derived from Old Norse elements 'raudr' (red) and 'hjalmr' (helmet). It signifies strength and bravery.
Island
Norwegian origin, meaning 'island', derived from the Old Norse 'ey-land'.
Erling
Norwegian masculine given name derived from Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning "forever powerful" or "always rich".
Pete
English name of Greek origin, meaning 'rock' or 'stone', derived from the name Petros. It is named after Saint Peter, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles.
Nicolai
Scandinavian name derived from Latin Nicolaus, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Karson
Karson, of Norwegian origin, means "freeholder" or "strong," derived from Old Norse "Karl." It denotes a landowner with certain rights and privileges during medieval times.
Randi
Norwegian origin and means "powerful warrior" or "army leader".
Rikki
Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "Hrökkr," meaning "drifting" or "floating." It was historically associated with Viking warriors and Norwegian children born during stormy seasons, interpreted to mean "storm" or "tempest." Notably, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, a mongoose character in Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, has contributed to its worldwide recognition. Today, it remains an uncommon yet captivating choice signifying adaptability and resilience.
Sigrid
Sigrid, of Scandinavian origin, means "victory and beauty," embodying strength and charm, as seen in figures like Saint Sigrid the Widowed and author Sigrid Undset.
Olsen
Olsen, of Scandinavian-Norwegian origin, means 'wind from the sea' and was brought by Viking settlers.
Kiersten
Scandinavian feminine name derived from Old Norse elements "kjer" meaning "boat" or "ship," and "sten" meaning "stone.
Masen
Norwegian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'more' or 'greater', often associated with the wisdom god Mímir in Norse mythology.
Syre
Norwegian name meaning "fair-haired," derived from the Old Norse word "Syrr.
Olen
Unique Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse Áleifr, meaning "every warrior" or "all-warrior," popular among historic Viking warriors and explorers like Leif Erikson's companion Áleifr Eiríksson.
Derik
Rare Scandinavian name of Norwegian and Swedish origin, a variant spelling of Derek derived from the Anglo-Saxon Derc. Its meaning is unclear but it's distinctive sound makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking an unusual yet accessible name.
Kirsten
Norwegian name of Old Norse origin meaning "Christian," popularized by Scandinavian royalty and immigrants worldwide.