- Meaning
- Warrior of the gods
- Origin
- Norse
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- Rare in the US
- Style
- Fun & quirky
- Used in
- Nordic
What people expect from a Ragnar
Ragnar is built from soft sounds. Studies of name sounds find people expect someone with a soft name to be warm, agreeable and calm. Being rare in the US, it stands out, and will be spelt back to you a few times.
The meaning is about courage. A name can't give a child courage, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.
A good fit if you hope for: a rebel.
Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.
Ragnar: name scorecard
Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.
Great choice
Ragnar
- International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
- Easy to say and spellSays itself: 2 syllables, spelt how it sounds.
- Not too common, not too strangeRare in the US: memorable, and it will be spelt out a lot.
- Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
- Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
- A meaning to be proud ofMeans "Warrior of the gods".
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Bertrand & Mullainathan (2004)Questions about Ragnar
What does the name Ragnar mean?
Ragnar is a boy's name of Norse origin meaning "Warrior of the gods".
Is Ragnar a boy or girl name?
Ragnar is usually a boy's name.
How popular is the name Ragnar?
Ragnar is rare in the US. It is used in Nordic.
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