Eskild

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Eskild is derived from the Old Norse name Ásketill, which means 'god's kettle' or 'sacrificial cauldron.' It was a popular name in medieval Scandinavia and has remained common in Norway ever since.
Popularity
Eskild is not a common name outside of Norway, and as such, it is not ranked in any popular baby name charts around the world.

cartoon of the name Eskild
Cartoon of Eskild

Eskild Name meanings & History

Eskild is derived from the Old Norse name Ásketill, which means 'god's kettle' or 'sacrificial cauldron.' It was a popular name in medieval Scandinavia and has remained common in Norway ever since. Variant form of Askild. Eskild is most commonly used as a first name for boys in Norway, but it has also been used for girls in recent years. It is a name that is steeped in Nordic tradition and is popular among parents who want to honor their Scandinavian heritage.

Zodiac Sign of Eskild: Expressive Gemini

Synonyms of Eskild:

E: Exaggerate,Environment,Enliven,Enlighten,Expressive,Entertain

S: Sensuality,Social Standing,Security,Status,Solidity,Success,Sex

K: Kind,Kundalini,Karate,Karma

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

L: Lovely,Languid,Luscious,Liaison,Lazy,Lover,Legal

D: Dutiful,Determined,Daddy,Doting,Domestic,Demanding

Eskild is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Delicate name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Modern name

Famous People

There are many notable people who bear the name Eskild in Norway, but it is not a name that is widely recognized outside of Scandinavia.

Related Names to Eskild

Áskell, Ásketill, Eskel, Eskil, Skesti, Skjald, Skjeld.