Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Icelandic names are deeply tied to Norse heritage, the Icelandic language, and patronymic traditions. Names like Björn (bear) and Sigrún (victory rune) reflect nature, mythology, and family lineage. These names honor Iceland’s cultural history and connection to its Viking past.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridrik | Fridrik: Icelandic name meaning "peaceful ruler," unique and masculine. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Fusie | Fusie: unique, unisex name with unclear meaning and origin. | Icelandic | Unisex | |
| Geir | Geir: Scandinavian name meaning "spear," symbolizing strength and courage. | Icelandic, Norwegian, Old Norse, Scandinavian, Swedish | Unisex | |
| Geiri | Geiri: Unique Icelandic name meaning "spear," symbolizing strength and courage. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Geirrí | Geirrí: Unique Icelandic name meaning "spear ruler," reflecting strength. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Geirríður | Geirríður: Rare Icelandic name meaning "spear goddess" with cultural significance. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Gisli | Gisli: Masculine Icelandic name derived from Old Norse origins. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gisly | Gisly: Rare Icelandic name meaning "pledge," predominantly for boys. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gissur | Gissur: Icelandic name meaning "hostage," unique with historical significance. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gizur | Gizur: Masculine Icelandic name derived from Old Norse origins. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Grimhildur | Grimhildur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "masked battle" with strong heritage. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Grimur | Grimur: Icelandic name meaning "mask," unique and culturally significant choice. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gudbrandur | Gudbrandur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "God's sword," culturally significant. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gudfinnur | Gudfinnur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "God's finder," primarily male. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gudlaugur | Gudlaugur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "God's water," culturally significant. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gudni | Gudni: Icelandic male name meaning "new god," reflecting cultural heritage. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gudny | Gudny: Icelandic name meaning "God's new," unique and culturally significant. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Gudridur | Gudridur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "God's beautiful peace," historically significant. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Gulli | Gulli: Unique Icelandic name meaning "gold," masculine, culturally significant choice. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gunnhildur | Gunnhildur: Icelandic name meaning "warrior," reflecting strength and heritage. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Gunnlaug | Gunnlaug means "warrior who bathes," rooted in Norse mythology. | Icelandic, Old Norse, Scandinavian | Boy | |
| Gunnlaugur | Gunnlaugur: Icelandic name meaning "battle light," unique and traditional. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gutrúnur | Gutrúnur: Rare Icelandic name meaning "God's secret wisdom" for females. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Gyda | Gyda: Scandinavian name meaning "God's gift," rich historical significance. | Icelandic, Norwegian, Old Norse, Scandinavian | Girl | |
| Gylfi | Gylfi: Rare Icelandic name meaning "elf" or "sorcerer," unique choice. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Gyða | Gyða: Rare Icelandic name meaning "divine," with historical significance. | Icelandic | Girl | |
| Hafnar | Hafnar is an Icelandic name meaning "harbor," symbolizing seafaring heritage. | Icelandic | Unisex | |
| Hafthor | Hafthor: Icelandic name meaning "ocean thunder," rooted in mythology. | Icelandic | Boy | |
| Hekja | Hekja is an Icelandic name meaning "to soothe" or "calm." | Icelandic | Unisex | |
| Hilmars | Hilmars: Rare Icelandic name meaning "famous warrior," with historical significance. | Icelandic | Boy |
