Halvor
Norwegian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Halvor
Halvor is a Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "hallr" (rock) and "arr" (warrior), meaning "rock warrior" or "stone warrior." The name is primarily used in Norwegian and Danish cultures, with historical prominence among Norse and Viking populations.
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Etymology
Halvor is a Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "hallr" (rock) and "arr" (warrior), meaning "rock warrior" or "stone warrior." The name is primarily used in Norwegian and Danish cultures, with historical prominence among Norse and Viking populations.
Halvor currently ranks #3,897 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1916.
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