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Fenrir
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Fenrir is a masculine name that has its origins in the Old Norse language. The meaning of the name can be described as 'the one coming from the swamp' and 'the one living in the swamp'.
What does the name Fenrir mean?
Fenrir is a masculine name with Old Norse roots. It means 'the one coming from the swamp' as well as 'the one living in the swamp'. The name derives from the word element fen, which means 'the swamp'. In Norse mythology, Fenrir appears as the bringer of the apocalypse in the form of a wolf, known as the Fenris wolf. He is the first child of the god Loki and the giantess Angrboda, before the goddess of death Hel and the Midgard serpent Jörmungand. Fenrir, the Midgard serpent, and Hel are among the three great world enemies in Germanic mythology. The term Fenris wolf can simply be translated as 'swamp wolf' or 'the wolf living in the swamp'. More details about Fenrir in Norse mythology can be found on the page about Fenris.
Where does the name Fenrir come from?
The etymology of Fenrir is Old Norse and means 'the one coming from the swamp' or 'the one living in the swamp'. The word consists of fen, which means 'the swamp' in Old Norse. The name is common in the languages Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish.
How do you pronounce Fenrir?
The sound and pronunciation of Fenrir is powerful and consists of two syllables. It is pronounced as 'Fen-rir' [ˈfɛnʁɪʁ] or rolled in Norse. The name begins with a short, open E. The consonant cluster in the middle creates a certain tension, while the final R leaves a rough aftersound. Fenrir thus has a distinctive and intense effect – wild, strong, and characterful.
Popularity
In Germany, Fenrir is a fairly common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,183rd on the list of the most popular masculine baby names. Its best ranking was in 2012, when it reached 2,386th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given around 60 times, placing it 3,248th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,417th.
Nicknames & pet names
Fen / Feni / Fenny / Fenri
Famous people
- Fenrir Greyback (dangerous werewolf in 'Harry Potter')
Frequently asked questions about the name Fenrir
Where does the name Fenrir come from?
Fenrir has Old Norse roots and means 'the one coming from the swamp' or 'the one living in the swamp'.
What is the meaning of Fenrir?
The name Fenrir derives from the Old Norse word 'fen', which means 'the swamp'. In Norse mythology, Fenrir is also known as the Fenris wolf.
How popular is the name Fenrir?
Fenrir is especially common in Scandinavian countries such as Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, but has gained international interest, particularly in modern naming.