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Lagertha

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Pronounced luh-GUR-thuh /ləˈɡɜːr.θə/Medium

Meaning: The Latinized name of a legendary Norse shield-maiden recorded by Saxo Grammaticus and revived by the television series Vikings. It likely reflects an Old Norse name such as Hlathgerth, built on gerth ('enclosure; protection'). Its exact meaning is debated, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A legendary Norse name: Lagertha was a famed shield-maiden (said 'luh-GUR-thuh'). Bold and storied, with a meaning that's debated, which we note.
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Origin MediumOld Norse
MeaningThe Latinized name of a legendary Norse shield-maiden recorded by Saxo Grammaticus and revived by the television series Vikings. It likely reflects an Old Norse name such as Hlathgerth, built on gerth ('enclosure; protection'). Its exact meaning is debated, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12819 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 89

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120162024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lagertha is the Latinized name of a legendary Norse shield-maiden described by the medieval historian Saxo Grammaticus and made famous again by the TV series Vikings. It probably reflects an Old Norse name such as Hlathgerth, with gerth ('protection'). Its exact sense is debated, which we note (said 'luh-GUR-thuh').

As a modern given name it is rare and reads as a bold, saga-flavored pick. Rare, legendary, and striking.

Did you know? Lagertha is the name of a legendary Norse shield-maiden from Saxo Grammaticus — later a heroine of the series Vikings — likely tied to an Old Norse name like Hlathgerth (said 'luh-GUR-thuh').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Lagertha — Legendary Norse shield-maiden; Saxo Grammaticus / Vikings; Hlathgerth

Variations

LadgerdaHlathgerthLathgertha

Nicknames

LagiGertie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lagertha mean?

Lagertha is the name of a legendary Norse shield-maiden, likely tied to an Old Norse name like Hlathgerth; its exact meaning is debated, which we note.

How do you pronounce Lagertha?

It's said luh-GUR-thuh /ləˈɡɜːr.θə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Lagertha a boy or girl name?

Lagertha is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Lagertha?

Lagertha is a rare and striking name, known mainly from Norse legend and the series Vikings.

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