Names Skírnir

Skírnir

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Skírnir is derived from the Old Norse word "skírr," meaning "pure" or "bright." In Norse mythology, Skírnir was the messenger of the god Freyr and was sent to woo the giantess Gerðr on behalf of Freyr.
Popularity
Skírnir is not a common name, and as such, it does not rank on any popularity charts.

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Skírnir Name meanings & History

Skírnir is a name of Old Norse origin. The name Skírnir is derived from the Old Norse word "skírr," meaning "pure" or "bright." In Norse mythology, Skírnir was the messenger of the god Freyr and was sent to woo the giantess Gerðr on behalf of Freyr. Probably derived from Old Norse skírr meaning "clear, bright, pure". In Norse mythology Skírnir is a servant of the god Freyr. Skírnir is a name that is popular in Scandinavia and other countries that have a rich Norse history and mythology. It would be an excellent choice for parents who are of Scandinavian or Norse descent or who have a passion for Norse culture and mythology.

Zodiac Sign of Skírnir: Success Capricorn

Synonyms of Skírnir:

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

K: Kind,Karate,Kundalini,Karma

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

R: Resourceful,Restless,Rational,Reason

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

Skírnir is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Formal name
  • a Modern name
  • a Unintellectual name