Fridtjof
Norwegian · Boy
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About the name Fridtjof
Fridtjof is a Scandinavian name composed of Old Norse elements "friðr" (peace) and "tíóf" (thief), literally meaning "peace thief" or interpreted as one who steals peace.
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Etymology
Fridtjof is a Scandinavian name composed of Old Norse elements "friðr" (peace) and "tíóf" (thief), literally meaning "peace thief" or interpreted as one who steals peace. The name is primarily used in Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish cultures, with notable historical figures including the Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen (1861–1930), who led polar expeditions and won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Fridtjof currently ranks #454 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1994.
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