What origin is the name Tyrfingur?

Tyrfingur comes from Scandinavian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Tyrfingur?

Names from the same scandinavian tradition pair naturally with Tyrfingur — for example Mia, Elsa, Freya. You can browse more on our scandinavian names page.

Tyrfingur

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Tyrfingur

Tyrfingur

Boy

Scandinavian

3 syllables

Tyrfingur is a Scandinavian boy's name meaning "Sword of the Norse legends".

Parents who choose Tyrfingur pick a boy name from the Scandinavian tradition, meaning "Sword of the Norse legends". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Sword of the Norse legends

Popularity

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What does Tyrfingur mean?

Tyrfingur is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Sword of the Norse legends".

How popular is Tyrfingur?

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