Vidar

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Meaning
Vidar is derived from Old Norse words "vi" meaning 'wide' and "arr" meaning 'warrior'. It is the name of the Norse god of silence, vengeance, and strength.
Pronunciation
VEE-dahr(Swedish)
VEE-dar (in English)
Popularity
Vidar is not a very common name globally, but it is more popular in countries with Scandinavian or Norse cultural roots, such as Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.

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Vidar Name meanings & History

Vidar is derived from Old Norse words "vi" meaning 'wide' and "arr" meaning 'warrior'. It is the name of the Norse god of silence, vengeance, and strength. From Old Norse Víðarr, which was possibly derived from víðr "wide" and herr "army, warrior". In Norse mythology Víðarr was the son of Odin and Grid. At the time of the end of the world, Ragnarök, it is said he will avenge his father's death by slaying the wolf Fenrir. Vidar is primarily used as a masculine given name in countries with Scandinavian or Norse cultural roots, but it could also be used by parents with an interest in Norse mythology or a love of unique, distinctive names.

Zodiac Sign of Vidar: Variety Aquarius

Synonyms of Vidar:

V: Variety,Vexing,Vivacious,Versatility

I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence

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

A: Assertive,Angry,Action,Aggressive,Argumentative,Ambitious

R: Resourceful,Rational,Reason,Restless

Vidar is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Rough name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name

2.) VIDAR (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: Derived from the Old Norse Vidarr, an ancient name of uncertain meaning. According to Norse mythology, Vidar was the son of Odin and the giantess Grid. He was the silent god, known for his great strength. At Ragnarok, he avenged Odin’s death by killing the Fenris Wolf. (VEE-DAHR)


3.) VIDAR (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: From the Old Norse Vidarr, a name of uncertain derivation. According to Norse mythology, Vidar was the son of Odin and the giantess Grid. He was the silent god, known for his great strength. At Ragnarok, he avenges Odin’s death by killing the Fenris Wolf. (VID-DAHR)


4.) Vidar (Male)

Usage: Norwegian

Meanings: (Norwegian) tree warrior.


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