Top 50 Norse Boy Names

Choosing a baby name is one of the most important decisions parents make. Our database includes 2,100+ names with real U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) 2024 rankings, cultural origins from 20+ traditions, and detailed meanings to help you find the perfect name.

Boy names in the US have been trending toward shorter, stronger sounds. In 2024, Liam held the #1 spot for the seventh consecutive year. One-syllable names like Jack, Kai, and Knox are rising fast.

Norse names come from the Viking Age (793-1066 CE) and Old Norse language. Names like Erik (eternal ruler), Freya (noble woman), and Bjorn (bear) have seen renewed popularity through TV shows like Vikings. Norse names carry the power of Scandinavian mythology.

Norse Boy Names

  1. 1. Noshitan - Norse name meaning "blessed moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  2. 2. Viggo - Norse name meaning "battle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  3. 3. Vosfurhil - Norse name meaning "blessed stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  4. 4. Axel - Norse name meaning "father of peace." Ranked #91 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
  5. 5. Soren - Norse name meaning "stern." Ranked #66 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
  6. 6. Tor - Norse name meaning "thunder." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  7. 7. Harold - Norse name meaning "army ruler." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  8. 8. Ragnar - Norse name meaning "warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  9. 9. Fiviker - Norse name meaning "brave star." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  10. 10. Pevol - Norse name meaning "serene sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  11. 11. Moce - Norse name meaning "gentle spirit." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  12. 12. Jendin - Norse name meaning "divine wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  13. 13. Kimosmer - Norse name meaning "golden heart." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  14. 14. Kuttu - Norse name meaning "joyful mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  15. 15. Oscar - Norse name meaning "divine spear." Ranked #59 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
  16. 16. Hoha - Norse name meaning "gentle star." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  17. 17. Olaf - Norse name meaning "ancestor's relic." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  18. 18. Feyohen - Norse name meaning "valiant moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  19. 19. Ivar - Norse name meaning "bow warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  20. 20. Mupol - Norse name meaning "golden sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  21. 21. Pocut - Norse name meaning "radiant light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  22. 22. Magnus - Norse name meaning "great." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  23. 23. Eric - Norse name meaning "eternal ruler." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  24. 24. Leif - Norse name meaning "heir." Ranked #64 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
  25. 25. Durhe - Norse name meaning "strong flame." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  26. 26. Pubothi - Norse name meaning "radiant flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  27. 27. Katnoldi - Norse name meaning "gracious sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  28. 28. Erik - Norse name meaning "eternal ruler." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  29. 29. Bjorn - Norse name meaning "bear." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  30. 30. Vutsoge - Norse name meaning "brave mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  31. 31. Gune - Norse name meaning "brave spirit." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  32. 32. Lantan - Norse name meaning "brave forest." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  33. 33. Pitgas - Norse name meaning "golden mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  34. 34. Bizijes - Norse name meaning "valiant forest." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  35. 35. Nopazo - Norse name meaning "wise eagle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  36. 36. Yivo - Norse name meaning "strong ocean." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  37. 37. Mihi - Norse name meaning "gracious dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  38. 38. Hunhor - Norse name meaning "gracious mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  39. 39. Gunnar - Norse name meaning "bold warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
  40. 40. Mettanti - Norse name meaning "faithful eagle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
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What are good norse boy names?
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Where does the popularity data come from?
Our rankings use the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) 2024 data, which tracks every registered birth in the United States. We include the top 200 names for both boys and girls.

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