Laufey
Old Norse · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Laufey
Laufey is a Old Norse name meaning "leafy" or "leaf island," derived from the elements "lauf" (leaf) and "ey" (island).
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Etymology
Laufey is a Old Norse name meaning "leafy" or "leaf island," derived from the elements "lauf" (leaf) and "ey" (island). The name appears in Norse mythology as the mother of Loki and is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures, particularly Iceland and other Nordic countries.
Laufey currently ranks #79 in the United States as a girl's name.
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