| Meaning | warrior, judgment |
| Origin | Norse, Swedish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Rag-nar |
About Ragnar
Ragnar thunders with the power of ancient Nordic sagas, bringing legendary strength and warrior spirit to modern times. This name makes an unmistakable statement, perfect for parents seeking something bold and uncompromising. The hard consonants and open vowels create a name that commands attention and respect, evoking images of courage, leadership, and indomitable will.
Ragnar has experienced renewed interest through popular culture while maintaining its authentic historical roots, offering familiarity without dilution. The name suggests someone destined to stand out, carrying an inherent drama and intensity that smaller names cannot match. It works surprisingly well in contemporary contexts, its ancient origins lending gravitas rather than feeling outdated.
Ragnar offers nickname potential with Rags or Rag, though many parents choose to use it in full, appreciating its complete impact. For families wanting a name that honors Scandinavian heritage or simply seeking maximum impact and memorability, Ragnar delivers unparalleled strength and character, guaranteeing their son will never be forgotten.
Variations of Name Ragnar
| Ragnarr |
| Ragner |
| Ragnor |
| Ragne |
| Regnar |
Nicknames for Ragnar
| Rag |
| Ray |
| Rags |
| Raggy |
| Nari |
Famous People Named Ragnar
| Ragnar Lothbrok | Legendary Norse hero and protagonist of the TV series "Vikings" |
| Ragnar Nurkse | Estonian economist and United Nations official |
| Ragnar Anton Kittil Frisch | Norwegian economist and Nobel laureate |
| Ragnar Klavan | Estonian professional footballer |
| Ragnar Granit | Finnish neurophysiologist and Nobel laureate |
| Ragnar Persenius | Swedish wrestler and Olympic gold medalist |
| Ragnar Ache | German-born Finnish professional footballer |
| Ragnar Hovland | Norwegian author and playwright |
| Ragnar Gothoni | Finnish classical pianist and conductor |
| Ragnar Relay | American long-distance relay race series |
Characters Named Ragnar
| Ragnar Danneskjöld | A character in Ayn Rand's novel "Atlas Shrugged" |
| Ragnar Blackmane | A Space Marine in the Warhammer 40,000 universe |
| Ragnar Volarus | A character in Pierce Brown's "Red Rising" series |
| Ragnar the Red | A legendary hero mentioned in the game "The Elder Scrolls V - Skyrim" |
| Ragnar Sturlusson | A character in the film "The Vikings" - 1958 |
| Ragnar Lodbrok | A legendary Norse hero in various historical and fictional works |
| Ragnar Dreyksson | A character in the TV series "Vikings - Valhalla" |