Unnur
Old Norse · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Unnur
Unnur is an Icelandic feminine given name derived from Old Norse elements "unn" (to love) and "nur" (wave), meaning "beloved wave" or combining the concepts of love and water.
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Etymology
Unnur is an Icelandic feminine given name derived from Old Norse elements "unn" (to love) and "nur" (wave), meaning "beloved wave" or combining the concepts of love and water. The name is used primarily in Iceland and among Scandinavian cultures with roots in Norse tradition, reflecting the pagan heritage of medieval Norse society.
Unnur currently ranks #64 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1966.
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