Selecting a baby name can be a fun yet difficult experience for most parents. Whether your due date is just around the corner and you are still scrambling for a name, or you are just thinking about names for your future children, turning to Norwegian boy names is a great idea.
You will be able to find Norwegian baby boy names that fit your taste, no matter what that may be. There are plenty of traditional and popular names to choose from, as well as some that will definitely appear unique.
The names that are drawn from the Norwegian language and culture are also great because they typically have great meaning behind them.
Some popular options in this list include Oliver, which means emblem of peace, Phillip, meaning friend of horses, and William, which means desire to protect. These are strong names that are commonly used in the US and other countries around the world.
If you want to make sure your boy will not be sharing a name with several other people in his class, consider a name like Alfgeir, which means Elfin’s spear. Another less common name is Beorhtel, which means he who shines with a bright light.
Look through this fun list of Norwegian boy names to find one that you think will be fitting for your son.
Aesir
Meaning: Of the Gods
Origin: Norwegian
Alfarin
Meaning: Name of Hlif’s son
Origin: Norwegian
Alfgeir
Meaning: Elfin’s spear
Origin: Norwegian
Amund
Meaning: A bridal gift
Origin: Norwegian
Annar
Meaning: Father of the world
Origin: Norwegian
Aslak
Meaning: A divine sport
Origin: Norwegian
Bakli
Meaning: Name of Blaeng’s son
Origin: Norwegian
Beorhtel
Meaning: He who shines with a bright light
Origin: Norwegian
Berrant
Meaning: One who is like a strong bear
Origin: Norwegian
Bionbyr
Meaning: Warrior’s estate
Origin: Norwegian
Bjorn
Meaning: Bear
Origin: Norwegian
Cnute
Meaning: Knot
Origin: Norwegian
Danb
Meaning: The one from Denmark
Origin: Norwegian
Dellingr
Meaning: Shining or brilliant
Origin: Norwegian
Duartr
Meaning: A rich guard
Origin: Norwegian
Eggther
Meaning: Guardian for the giants
Origin: Norwegian
Emil
Meaning: A person who is lively and eager
Origin: Norwegian
Enar
Meaning: A fighter
Origin: Norwegian
Fafner
Meaning: Name of a dragon in Norse mythology
Origin: Norwegian
Fenris
Meaning: Name of a mythical monster
Origin: Norwegian
Floki
Meaning: A heroic Viking
Origin: Norwegian
Fridleif
Meaning: Name of Ari’s father
Origin: Norwegian
Galm
Meaning: Name of Thorvald’s father
Origin: Norwegian
Haakon
Meaning: High son
Origin: Norwegian
Heorrenda
Meaning: An army shield
Origin: Norwegian
Hreidmar
Meaning: A dwarf king
Origin: Norwegian
Ingemur
Meaning: A famous son
Origin: Norwegian
Ingolf
Meaning: Ing’s wolf
Origin: Norwegian
Jacob
Meaning: Supplanter
Origin: Norwegian
Kjell
Meaning: Cettle
Origin: Norwegian
Kjetil
Meaning: Cauldron
Origin: Norwegian
Leif
Meaning: A descendant
Origin: Norwegian
Lucas
Meaning: One who gives light
Origin: Norwegian
Nils
Meaning: Accomplishment or feat of the people
Origin: Norwegian
Noah
Meaning: Relaxation
Origin: Norwegian
Olef
Meaning: God’s dedications
Origin: Norwegian
Oliver
Meaning: Emblem of peace
Origin: Norwegian
Oskar
Meaning: One with the fastness of a divine spear
Origin: Norwegian
Phillip
Meaning: Friend of horses
Origin: Norwegian
Pussa
Meaning: A tipsy person
Origin: Norwegian
Reginus
Meaning: King
Origin: Norwegian
Rubert
Meaning: One who has the glorious light
Origin: Norwegian
Runar
Meaning: A magic, secret man
Origin: Norwegian
Sigge
Meaning: He who is always victorious
Origin: Norwegian
Skule
Meaning: One who likes to remain hidden
Origin: Norwegian
Soren
Meaning: Stern
Origin: Norwegian
Svante
Meaning: Celebrating people
Origin: Norwegian
Tellef
Meaning: Descendant of thunder
Origin: Norwegian
Tiril
Meaning: The alluring sounds
Origin: Norwegian
William
Meaning: Desire to protect
Origin: Norwegian