To honor their ancient Viking heritage many expectant parents are choosing original Viking names or Norse names for their children.

Cute norse boy names. Saint Halvard 1020-1043 was the Norwegian patron saint of Oslo and is considered a martyr thanks to his defence of a lowly woman. Meaning the only heir or sole heir. It was not unusual to meet Vikings with names like Orm Serpent Ulf Wolf and Bjørn Bear.

Peace or protection from elf powers. Dustin This is a more Anglicised derivative of the Norse name Thurston which translates as Thors stone Thor was the great God of Thunder and makes a cute boy baby name. This name comes from a trickster god in Norse mythology who was known for his wit and his association with magic and fire.

One who earn or deserve elf powers. Alfhild Battle of elves. The meaning of the name Loki is lock or knot.

Along with Orion and Apollo other mythological boy names in the US Top 1000 include Arthur Damon Dylan Finn Jason Jasper Oscar and Tristan. One who fights on his own lone warrior. One who is of fire.

2 rows List of Norse baby names Norse babies names Norse baby names and meanings has been. In 2016 less than 1 of Norwegian babies were given this name. This surname is quite distinct in origin from Tate.

Boys old norse baby names include Erik Folke Gudmund Gustav Haldor Iver Leif Odin Sten Sveinn Thor and Torsten. Looking for unusual cat name ideas. Tarben This name derives from the Old Norse name Þorbjǫrn Þórbiǫrn.