Baldur Boy

Popularity: #918 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationBAL-dur / /ˈbɑːldər/

Old Norse; Germanic

Meaning

brave warrior (Old Norse); bold (Germanic)

Historical & Cultural Background

In Old Norse mythology, Baldur is the god of light, purity, and beauty, known for his tragic death which signified the onset of Ragnarok. The name also has Germanic roots, where it is associated with bravery and boldness, reflecting the qualities admired in warriors.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Balder
  • Baldor

International Variants

  • Baldur (Icelandic)
  • Balder (Swedish)

Famous people named Baldur

Baldur von Schirach — Nazi politician.

Baldur H. H. H. — Icelandic poet.

Fictional characters named Baldur

Baldur — Norse mythology.

Baldur — God of War.

Sibling Suggestions

ThorFreyaLokiOdinSigurdAstridSigrid

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Baldur was first seen in the United States in 2024. Baldur has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Baldur has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Baldur

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20246