Lagertha
Old Norse · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Lagertha
Lagertha means "shield maiden" or "lady of the shield," derived from Old Norse elements *lagerðr* (shield) and *þá* (woman/lady), reflecting Norse warrior culture.
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Etymology
Lagertha means "shield maiden" or "lady of the shield," derived from Old Norse elements *lagerðr* (shield) and *þá* (woman/lady), reflecting Norse warrior culture. The name is primarily associated with Norse and Scandinavian cultures; it appears in Norse sagas and literature, notably in the *Ragnar's Saga*, though historical authenticity of the legendary Lagertha remains disputed among scholars.
Lagertha currently ranks #12,865 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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