Einar
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In 2007, this was the 6th most common name amongst Icelandic males, and the 19th most common amongst Icelandic males aged 4 and under.
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From Old Norse elements ein "one" and arr "warrior". This name shares the same roots as einherjar; in Norse mythology they were the spirits of warriors that have died in battle and who are brought to Valhalla by valkyries.
Pronounced: EYE-nar in Norway, AY-nar in Iceland
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Einar Már Guðmundsson - Icelandic author of Englar Alheimsins (Angels of the Universe)
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Global Popularity of the Name Einar
- #19 in Iceland
- #137 in Norway
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