Vigdis
Norwegian · Girl
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About the name Vigdis
The name 'Vigdis' means "war goddess" or "battle goddess," derived from Old Norse elements *víg* ("war, battle") and *dís* ("goddess, female spirit").
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Etymology
The name 'Vigdis' means "war goddess" or "battle goddess," derived from Old Norse elements *víg* ("war, battle") and *dís* ("goddess, female spirit"). It is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures, especially Iceland and Norway, with historical roots in Norse mythology and pre-Christian paganism, though it remains in modern use without strong religious ties.
Vigdis currently ranks #578 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1946.
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