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Danish Baby Names and Meanings

Written by Monica Beyer

Are you looking for a baby name with a bit of Nordic flair? Danish names are a perfect place to start. Denmark is a Scandinavian country that is located in northern Europe and has plenty of rich history and culture, and tons of gorgeous names as well. Find the perfect Danish name here for your baby girl or baby boy.

Many modern Danish names stem from Old Norse origins, which is a language that was spoken by Scandanivians during the Viking age (until around 1300). Others are of Old German origins, and still others have different origins but the names are popularly used in Denmark today.

Some familiar names such as Martin and Karen are often found in Danish kindergartens, but there are plenty of Danish or Scandinavian names to choose from when seeking a Danish name for your baby! Check out our list and gain inspiration from the names we have collected for you.

Danish Boy Baby Names

Aage: This name comes from Old German and its Danish meaning is "ancestor."

Eric: This Old Norse name means "ruler." There have been 9 Danish kings named Eric. Could also be spelled Erik or Erich.

Gerritt: This is the Danish version of Gerald, and can also be spelled Garrett or Geritt.

Hanson: This is a Danish name meaning "son of Hans." Hansen, Hanssen and Hansson are other ways to spell this name.

Hendrick: Meaning "home ruler," this name has origins in Old German, English and Danish. Another variation is Henrik.

Ingo: This name means "meadow or lord." (Danish, Scandinavian)

Jan: Often pronounced "yahn," this name is the Danish version of John. Other versions of this name are Hans, Janek, Jano and Janos.

Jørgen: A variation of the name George, this Scandinavian name means "farmer."

Kort: This Danish name means "counselor."

Magnus: This name comes from Latin and is a royal name in Denmark and Norway.

Niels: This is the Danish version of Neil, which means "champion."

Per: This variation of Peter is popular in Denmark.

Ryker: This name is of Danish origin and is the surname form of Richard, and means "strength."

Søren: A Danish variation of Severus, meaning "apart."

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Danish Girl Baby Names

Abellona: This beautiful name is the Danish (and feminine) form of the Greek god Apollo, the sun god.

Astrid: This name means "fair, beautiful goddess" (Old Norse).

Bente: This is a Danish variation of Benedicta, and means "blessed."

Hanne: This is actually a name with Hebrew origins that is very popular in Denmark.

Helle: This is a name with Greek and mythology origins, and is currently used in Denmark.

Helsa: This is the Danish version of Elizabeth, and has another form: Helisa.

Ingrid: This name is of Scandinavian and Old Norse origin, and means "Ing's beauty." Ing is the god of Earth's fertility. Other versions of this name are Inga, Inge, Inger and Ingmar.

Jetta: This Danish name refers to a dark stone. Other versions of this name are Jett, Jette and Yette.

Lærke: This popular name means "lark" in Danish.

Lene: A Danish version of Arlene, this name means "mild, soft or silky."

Marika: This is the Danish form of Mary.

Mette: This is a Greek version of Margaret and is widely used in Denmark.

Saskia: This name has Danish and Old German roots and means "the Saxon people."

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Whether you hail from Denmark or are interested in its language and culture, you can find plenty of inspiration by checking out books or doing online research about Danish history and mythology. Picking the perfect Danish baby name should be an exciting experience for you and your partner!