Fenris

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Meaning
Fenris is a name derived from the legendary creature of Norse mythology, Fenrir, also known as Fenrisúlfr. Fenris was a monstrous wolf who was said to be one of the children of the trickster god Loki. In the mythology, the gods feared the power of Fenris, and they decided to bind him with magical chains. But, before his capture, Fenris bit off the hand of the god Tyr. The name Fenris is often translated as "fen-dweller" or "monster wolf."

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Cartoon of Fenris

Fenris Name meanings & History

Fenris is a name derived from the legendary creature of Norse mythology, Fenrir, also known as Fenrisúlfr. Fenris was a monstrous wolf who was said to be one of the children of the trickster god Loki. In the mythology, the gods feared the power of Fenris, and they decided to bind him with magical chains. But, before his capture, Fenris bit off the hand of the god Tyr. The name Fenris is often translated as "fen-dweller" or "monster wolf.". Short form of the Old Norse Fenrisúlfr (literally "Fenrir-wolf"). The form Fenris Ulf was used for a talking wolf (originally named Maugrim) in the now defunct American edition of C. S. Lewis' 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'. Fenris is a popular name for dogs and wolves but is a very rare name for babies. It is a unique choice for parents who want to give their child a name that is rooted in mythology and has a strong and powerful meaning.

Zodiac Sign of Fenris: Friendly Leo

Synonyms of Fenris:

F: Fun-loving,Festive,Fiery,Friendly

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

N: Nagging,Nervous,Nice,Nitpicking,Neat,Nutrition,Neurosis

R: Rational,Reason,Restless,Resourceful

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

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

Fenris is:

  • a Devious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Unintellectual name

2.) FENRIS (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: Ancient name of uncertain meaning borne in Norse mythology by the son of Loki and the giantess Angrboda. He took the shape of an enormous wolf and became very threatening to the gods, being responsible for biting off the hand of the god Tyr. (FEN-RIS)


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