Baldr

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Pronounced BAWL-dur /ˈbɔl.dɚ/Medium

Meaning: The Old Norse spelling of Baldur, variously 'the shining one; brave/bold; lord/prince'; the beloved Norse god of light and goodness; routes layered; we note the godLow

In 30 seconds: The shining one; brave/bold: Baldr is the Norse god of light. Bold, classic, and warm (said 'BAWL-dur'). We note the god.

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Origin LowNorse

MeaningThe Old Norse spelling of Baldur, variously 'the shining one; brave/bold; lord/prince'; the beloved Norse god of light and goodness; routes layered; we note the god

History & Origin

Baldr is the Old Norse spelling of Baldur, variously 'the shining one; brave/bold; lord/prince'; the beloved Norse god of light and goodness (routes layered, which we note the god). A bold, classic name (said 'BAWL-dur').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely as a mythology name. Rare, the-shining-one at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Baldr is the Old Norse spelling of Baldur, variously 'the shining one; brave/bold; lord' — the beloved Norse god of light and goodness — a bold, storied name (the routes are layered, which we note the god; said 'BAWL-dur').

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References — Baldr — Norse mythology; god; routes layered

Variations

BaldurBalder

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Baldr mean?

Baldr is Old Norse, variously 'the shining one; brave/bold; lord'; the god of light. The routes are layered. We note the god.

How do you pronounce Baldr?

It's said BAWL-dur /ˈbɔl.dɚ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Baldr a boy or girl name?

Baldr is a boy's name.

How popular is Baldr?

Baldr is a very rare name in the U.S.