Fenrir Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFEN-reer / /ˈfɛn.rɪr/Norse; Old English
Meaning
Fenrir (Norse) - 'to snare'; Fenrir (Old English) - 'wolf'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Norse mythology, Fenrir is a monstrous wolf prophesied to kill the god Odin during Ragnarök. The name is derived from the Old Norse word 'fen', meaning 'marsh' or 'swamp', reflecting the creature's origins. In Old English, the term relates to wolves, symbolizing strength and ferocity in various cultural narratives.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Fenris
- Fenrír
International Variants
- Fenrir (Norse)
- Fenrír (Icelandic)
Famous people named Fenrir
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Fictional characters named Fenrir
Fenrir Greyback — Harry Potter series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fenrir was first seen in the United States in 2016. Fenrir has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fenrir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fenrir
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 17 |