Asger
Danish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Asger
Asger is a Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "áss" (god) and "geirr" (spear), meaning "god's spear" or "spear of the god." The name is primarily used in Danish and Norwegian cultures with roots in Norse mythology and pagan tradition, though it remains in use in modern Scandinavian Christian societies.
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Etymology
Asger is a Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "áss" (god) and "geirr" (spear), meaning "god's spear" or "spear of the god." The name is primarily used in Danish and Norwegian cultures with roots in Norse mythology and pagan tradition, though it remains in use in modern Scandinavian Christian societies.
Asger currently ranks #3,990 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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