Translated from the old language Freya means lady.

What are some female viking names. Aslog Woman engaged to god. It was also the name of several queens of the main Nordic sagas. Thjodhild Thjodhilda Thorarin Thorfinna Thorhalla Thorkatla Thorunn.

28 rows Baby girls had strong names like Vigdis where vig meant battle or combat and dis meant. Alvilda Battle of elves. One of the most widespread female Viking names in Norse culture is Astrid which etymologically comes from As God and Frid beloved.

Many Viking Age names are still widely given to children throughout Scandinavia. Agatha Barbara former and first woman President of Malta Agatha Christie British author Peak Popularity. The names gave the Vikings strength and protection in life.

Alfhild Battle of elves. Female Viking names. For instance Frida means peace and Astrid beautiful and loved- probably a much sought after woman.

If youre familiar with Norse mythology this name. This was in contrast to Hilda which means the fighter. Agatha peaked in popularity in 1918 when 218 people were given the name.

Names such as Erik Frode Hilda and Sigrid are common in Norway while names such as Sigrid Rune and Tove are often given in Denmark. A short form for the name Guðrún. Astrid means Godly Strength in.