Hrungnir: Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning
Brawler
Origin
Old Norse (mythological giant name)
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
ROONG-neer

Hrungnir is an Old Norse (mythological giant name) boy's name meaning “Brawler”. It appears in our list of 100+ Norse Mythology Baby Names — Epic, Ancient, and Surprisingly Wearable.

Meaning & Origin of Hrungnir

Meaning: Brawler.

Origin: Old Norse (mythological giant name).

How to Pronounce Hrungnir

ROONG-neerIPA /ˈrʊŋnɪər/

Popularity of Hrungnir

Hrungnir doesn’t appear in U.S. Social Security birth records, which include every name given to at least five babies in a year — so it’s rare in the U.S.

Lists That Include Hrungnir

Similar Names

Bestla · Galar · Sigyn · Fjalar · Laufey · Thorin

More Baby Name Inspiration