Iceland, a small island in the Atlantic Ocean, has an expansive and beautiful landscape and is a traveller’s paradise.One of the last spots on Earth to be occupied by people, the majority of the population lives in Reykjavik, the capital city. This lets the rest of the region stay largely unspoiled so that the land can maintain its old pristine splendour.The country has a ceremonial Icelandic Naming Committee. If a citizen wants to grant a nickname or title to a child that has not been used before, the name has to be accepted by this naming committee before it is permitted to be used. The Icelandic Naming Committee was set up in 1991 to decide whether new baby names not used in Iceland previously are appropriate for inclusion into the nation’s culture and language. The Naming Committee keeps an official register of authorized Icelandic names and is the governing association of initiation of new names into Iceland’s culture.The Personal Names Register can be accessed by the public. In a majority of the cases, the parents make use of the database as a guide when selecting baby names. If the name which parents have thought of is not mentioned in the register, they can fill a specific form and ask if the name will be regarded as permissible by law. If the Icelandic committee decides favorably on a request, the name will be included in the Personal Names Register.The naming guidelines which are followed mention 3 things:1. The Iceland name/boys name cannot give rise to any difficulty or harm to the individual named2. Boys are given male names in Iceland and girls are given female names3. The name should be in a position to observe Icelandic variations and grammar guidelinesWith the globalization witnessed in the last century, the people of Iceland have started discovering international Icelandic names for their kids or popular names which are original. This means there are more new baby names than before. Read on for Icelandic boy names and meanings to choose from for your new arrival!For more baby names inspiration, take a look at these Danish Names and these Finnish Names.Modern Icelandic Baby Boy NamesA modern Icelandic boys name is sure to be rare and unique as it could be a new addition to the naming register.1. Adalstienn - Splendid Stone - Destined for a Life of Kindness, Compassion, and Happiness2. Armann -Message-bearer in Icelandic dialect - Will Attain fulfilment by Teaching Others3. Askur - an Icelandic name for a horse and one of the popular names for boys4. Atli - Miniature father- admired Icelandic names - Community Leaders, Adventurous & Highly Passionate5. Baldur -A person from Iceland - a Prince - the name of the Norse god linked to love and happiness6. Bardi- A person with a beard - Likes to help others and compassionate7.Bertram- German variant of Berhtraban, popular boy name8.Birtingr- An intelligent, competent, and distinguished man. Highly Intelligent and Independent9.Bjartur- Dazzling bright - Practical, Reliable, Highly Analytical, Responsible, Honest, Clear Understanding10.Brandr - Sword - Intuitive, Sensitive, A Good Sense of Beauty & Taste11. Bresi- Means ‘unruly’ in English and is a form of Brasi and Brisi12.Brimar- Commonly used boy Icelandic name/favored boy name, for a horse13. Finnur -Person from Finland - Wise, Confident, Spiritual, Creative & Natural Entertainer14. Fridgeir- Peace lance - Powerful, Confident, Versatile, Possess a Natural Enthusiasm15.Fridmar - Brilliant or luminous peace, one of the popular names - Community Leaders, Adventurous, Passionate16. Gizurr- Faroese and Icelandic form of ‘Gizurr’ and also used as a name for a horse17. Grimur- Person wearing a mask, who is hidden. Highly Creative, Entertainer18. Guojon- Icelandic term/name of God - Reliable, Stable, Very Patriotic, Natural Entertainer19. Hafoca- Havoc in Icelandic dialect - Powerful, Strong, Good Business Sense, Stubborn, Dominating20.Hallbjorn- Rock and hair - Idealistic, Quiet, Reliable, Has Clarity & Insights21.Haraldur - Army Leader - Versatile, Compassionate, Likes to Help Others22. Haukr -In the Icelandic dialect means hawk - Capable, Dynamic, Efficient, Reliable, Practical23. Hinrik- Embodiment of Henry which means estate ruler, favored boy name/males names24. Isak - Icelandic form of Isaac, which means he laughs - Independent, Creative Thinker25.Kolli- A person who is bald - Confident, Good Business Sense, Generous26. Kolskeggr- A person with a black beard - Reliable, Natural Peacemakers, Sympathetic27. Leifr - Successor or heir - Naturally Charming, Kindhearted, Versatile, Graceful, Natural Enthusiasm28. Ljotur- Traditionally this name means ’the light one’ but in present times it means ‘ugly'29. Narfi - Lean -Positive, Enthusiastic, Friendly, Serene Nature, Independent, Patient, Inspiring30. Oblauor- A person living without fear - Socially Active, Community Leaders (male names)31. Ossur - The person who answers - Understanding, Highly Creative, Social, Extroverted, Friendly32. Rauor -Village or town or red colour- Compassionate, Charming, Responsible, Practical33. Rolant- Faroese and Icelandic names variant type of Roland34. Styrr - Well-known boy name which means war or battle -Great potential, Efficient, Dynamic35. Svartur - Black colour - Reserved, Observant, Highly Intelligent, Wise, Spiritual, Confident36. Sveinn- Young lad or boy - Compassionate, Faithful, Romantic, Adaptable, Versatile37.Trausti - A reliable person - Adventurous, Passionate, Responsible, Highly-Analytical, Sincere, Excellent Managers38. Uggi - Fear or phobia - Natural Entertainer, Community Leaders, Inspirational, Highly Passionate39. Vestmaor -a Western male (favored name) - Serene and caring nature, Friendly, Patient, Generous40. Veturlioi - Among the highly favored boys names in Iceland which means wintertime sea touristPopular Boys Names In IcelandHere are some of the most popular boys’ names in Iceland which we think you’ll love.41. Aron - Among the popular names which means tall and great mountain42. Eyjolfur- The wolf of destiny/fortune in Icelandic dialect, one of the favored boys names43. Helgi - One of the favoured boys names which means ’the blessed one’ - Naturally Charming, Idealistic, Compassionate44. Jatgeirr- The lucky spear (admired baby boy name) - Efficient, Versatile, Strong Sense of Purpose45. Jokull- Glacier in Icelandic - Any glacier in Iceland has ‘jokull’ added46. Joourr - Custodian- Leader, Inspiring, Natural Entertainer, Creative, Social, Friendly, Extroverted (high-ranked Icelandic names)47. Joshua- This boy name is an English variant of Josva and is one of the well-liked male names48. Keran - A different form of Kjaran, one of the top names when it comes to boys names49. Ketill- Kettle in Icelandic dialect - It is a common name in Iceland50. Klemenz- Original spelling of Klemens, one of the in demand names51. Olvir- One of the admired names which mean - lucky one or olive tree52. Ooinn - One of the admired boys names which means a person who inspires or is inspired53. Ottar - One of the well-liked baby boy names in Iceland which mean fearsome soldier54. Reynir- One of the admired Icelandic boys names which means mountain embers55. Sindri- ‘A person who shines’- among the favored Icelandic names - Capable, Dynamic, Motivating56. Smior - One of the popular Icelandic boys names which mean ‘a smith’ -Community Leaders, Adventurous, Broad-MindedOld Icelandic Boys NamesThese names draw inspiration from tradition and ancient language.57. Arnkell -This popular name is an Old Norse form and also a variant of Arnkaelll58. Gamli - Ancient or old in Icelandic language - Adventurous, Athletic, Independent, Loves Traveling, Independent59. Mooolfr - One of the desired old names in Iceland which mean brave wolf60. Olafur- Ancestor’s successor - Responsible, Practical, Impatient, Excellent Manager, Analytical, Sincere61. Vagn - In old Icelandic dialect - a carriage - Observant, Introvert, Wise, Independent, Mysterious62. Sumarlioi- Summer-farer (meaning) one of the old popular boys names - Positive, Confident, Good Business SenseIcelandic Boys Names Inspired By NatureIn a country filled with natural beauty, it’s no surprise that many names are inspired by nature and the surrounding landscape.63. Birgir- Mountain - Compassionate, Sympathetic, Kindhearted, Philanthropist, Charming, Graceful64. Birkir- Birch Tree - Deeply Patriotic, Reliable, Consistent, Idealistic Philanthropist65.Bjarki - A miniature bear - Community Leaders, Independent, Highly Passionate66.Dagbjartur- Bright Day or Sunlight - Highly Intelligent, Emanate Spirituality, Wisdom, and Confidence67. Dyri - Deer in Icelandic dialect - Warm and Calm Nature, Friendly, Modest, Understanding68. Hjotr - Male deer in Icelandic language, -Intuitive, Sensitive, Sense of Beauty69. Holti - Person from the small forest - Reliable, Stable, Generous, Understanding70. Hrafn -Raven - Independent, Great Ideas and Intuition, Efficient, Dynamic, Motivating, Inspiring71. Hreinn - reindeer in Icelandic - Graceful, Kindhearted, Compassionate, Idealistic72. Kalfr - Baby cow - Inspiring, Serene Nature, Patient, Enthusiastic, Independent73. Klepper - A big-sized stone - Efficient, Inspiring, Strong Sense of Purpose74. Knjukr- Top of a high mountain - Great Potential, Dynamic, Inspiring, Motivating75. Kvigr - Young bull in Icelandic language -Trustworthy, Reliable, Very Patriotic, Great Potential76. Leioolfr- Head wolf - Attractive, Creative Thinker, Natural Peacemakers, Sympathetic, Concerned77. Palmi - Palm tree, one of the well-liked names of Iceland78. Petur - Icelandic term/name for Peter which means rock - Kindhearted, Naturally Charming, Enthusiastic79. Refr - Fox - in Icelandic dialect - Adaptable, Romantic, Peacemaker, Easy-Going, Versatile80. Saebjorn- Sea bear in the old Icelandic language - Kindhearted, Naturally Charming, Great Potential81. Torfi - A surface of earth enveloped with grass - Generous, Sympathetic, Confident82. Ulf - Wolf - one of the well-liked old names in Iceland -Naturally Charming, Kindhearted, Compassionate83. Valdimar- Ocean’s ruler - Compassionate, Protective, Natural Peacemakers, Romantic, Easy-Going, Concerned, PeacemakerStrong Icelandic Boys NamesThe strong Icelandic names will be perfect for a determined, commanding baby boy.84. Adalward - Honorable guardian in Icelandic language - Leader85. Alexander- Protector of Mankind - An Inspiration, Positive & Enthusiastic86. Arnar - Warrior or fighter - Socially Active Community Leaders87. Berrant- Like a great bear - Naturally Charming, Idealistic and Graceful88.Egill - One who causes fear in other people. Very Patriotic, Consistent& Reliable89.Eirikur - Among the well-liked boys names which means Man of exceptional strength90. Eyvindur - Favored warrior in Icelandic language - Intuitive, Highly Sensitive, High Confidence91. Fannar - Snow, fighter or army - Highly Intelligent, Mysterious, Arrogant, Natural Peacemakers92. Gegn - The person in the opposition - Dynamic, Capable, Efficient, Versatile93. Geir - Sharp weapon used on the Warfield - Has a Natural Enthusiasm, Introvert, Enthusiastic94. Gestur- Sword in Icelandic language - Efficient, Dynamic, Strong Sense of Purpose, Egoistical at times95. Greipr - A powerful man - Versatile, Flexible, Socially Active, Generally Athletic96. Sigurdur- A man who is a triumphant defender - Creative Thinker, Generous, Sympathetic97. Skeggr - Lean - Confident, Strong, Good Business Sense, Versatile, Natural Enthusiasm, Powerful, Adaptable98. Vigharthur - A favored name which means Fearless and Brave in battle99. Vigi - A soldier -Efficient Team Player, Broad Perspective, Generous Giver, Friendly100. Vigolfr -The fighting wolf - Intuitive, Sympathetic, Works for Others, Generous, UnderstandingKidadl has lots of great baby names articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for Icelandic Boys Names then take a look at Slavic Names, or for something different take a look at Royal Last Names From Around The World.
Iceland, a small island in the Atlantic Ocean, has an expansive and beautiful landscape and is a traveller’s paradise.
