733+ Valkyrie Names: The Ultimate A to Z Name Guide
Ever wonder how the mighty women of Norse mythology, serving under the god Odin, were named? With over 733 Valkyrie names to explore, this ultimate A to Z guide shares a long list of creative inspiration for Norse mythology's character names.
These names, steeped in the old Norse poems and sagas like the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda, evoke images of fierce female sword warriors riding through Valhalla, deciding the fates of fallen warriors with the flick of a spear.
From the battlefields where they choose the slain, serving ale to heroes in the great hall, to the mysterious runes they weave, each Valkyrie name carries a piece of history, a snippet of pagan religion, or a slice of legendary battles fought under the watchful eyes of gods and goddesses.
Whether you're a writer looking for your next heroic character, a storyteller crafting a saga of epic proportions, or a filmmaker envisioning the grandeur of Norse battles, this guide offers creative inspiration from the ancient world of the Valkyries, the mighty women of the stormy skies.
A long list of Valkyrie Name Ideas
Valkyrie Names Starting with an A
1. Aelrindel
2. Astryth
3. Arnthora
4. Alfrun
5. Asvald
6. Aethelwyn
7. Agnarhild
8. Aldis
9. Arnvi
10. Alfhilde
11. Asgerd
12. Aulgrid
13. Ansgar
14. Astrior
15. Almveig
16. Asvora
17. Aelkenna
18. Aurgjafa
19. Aslaug
20. Aegitha
21. Arnora
22. Aeswyn
23. Alva
24. Arnkatla
25. Asta
26. Alvilda
27. Aetra
28. Anhilda
29. Aefre
30. Astilde
Valkyrie Names Starting with a B
31. Baelgunn
32. Brynja
33. Bergdis
34. Bragadis
35. Biflind
36. Blomhilda
37. Brisingr
38. Beorthwyn
39. Bolthrun
40. Brimdil
41. Bara
42. Bryndis
43. Bregalad
44. Blaedswith
45. Brunhyle
46. Baelifira
47. Bjartgund
48. Baldursveig
49. Brunnhilde
50. Byleistr
51. Bregavi
52. Bergthora
53. Bjalfrun
54. Brotor
55. Blakkr
56. Beinlindi
57. Byrgir
58. Baldrun
59. Brevig
60. Blidhilda
Valkyrie Names Starting with a C
61. Cyndra
62. Cwenhilde
63. Caldis
64. Cuthrun
65. Cyngvi
66. Cliffrun
67. Ceorlind
68. Cyneburga
69. Caltha
70. Corvild
71. Cyfelmi
72. Clasmira
73. Cynethryth
74. Celgund
75. Cynric
76. Calvör
77. Cimbeth
78. Ceolwyn
79. Cuthild
80. Crimglor
81. Cyndith
82. Clifhild
83. Corvina
84. Cyneric
85. Cendrilla
86. Cyrra
87. Celdra
88. Clæmencia
89. Creiddylad
90. Cynewise
Valkyrie Names Starting with a D
91. Dagny
92. Daruthiel
93. Dvalinn
94. Dyrfinna
95. Drifa
96. Dagrun
97. Dalkr
98. Dyrgja
99. Drista
100. Duneyrr
101. Draumr
102. Dvala
103. Dyggvi
104. Duna
105. Dagrún
106. Dafna
107. Daldis
108. Drengja
109. Drótt
110. Dyrin
111. Dagnal
112. Dyra
113. Dolgr
114. Darri
115. Dufa
116. Dökká
117. Dýrfinna
118. Dalvör
119. Dís
120. Dröfn
Valkyrie Names Starting with an E
121. Eirlys
122. Eldrún
123. Eydis
124. Elgiva
125. Eindridi
126. Eirvör
127. Eythora
128. Elfrida
129. Engilráð
130. Eostre
131. Eygló
132. Eirwen
133. Erlif
134. Eydís
135. Elskvi
136. Eilifdís
137. Eyvindr
138. Ermin
139. Elyn
140. Eldvör
141. Eyfura
142. Esja
143. Eir
144. Evang
145. Eldhild
146. Eyrún
147. Elja
148. Ermengard
149. Eylimi
150. Eystrid
Valkyrie Names Starting with an F
151. Fjorleif
152. Fritha
153. Fenryl
154. Fialar
155. Freydis
156. Fylgja
157. Fjorgyn
158. Fridrun
159. Falhild
160. Freyvor
161. Fjolnir
162. Fimbulthul
163. Fara
164. Friggjar
165. Fostul
166. Falka
167. Fensalir
168. Frithjofa
169. Freyja
170. Fylgia
171. Fjoll
172. Fjalarr
173. Forngrid
174. Fjalar
175. Fundinn
176. Fróða
177. Fjorka
178. Fjeld
179. Fjorn
180. Frumdis
Valkyrie Names Starting with a G
181. Galdra
182. Geiravor
183. Gjallar
184. Gudrid
185. Glorindel
186. Geirskogul
187. Grimhild
188. Gullveig
189. Gyrdra
190. Galrun
191. Gefn
192. Gudrun
193. Gjoll
194. Gunnvor
195. Gullrond
196. Grima
197. Geirdriful
198. Gjafvaldr
199. Gullintanni
200. Glod
201. Gondul
202. Greip
203. Glumra
204. Gna
205. Grindul
206. Gulbrand
207. Gersemi
208. Gylfaginning
209. Galar
210. Gestrin
Valkyrie Names Starting with an H
211. Hervor
212. Hjordis
213. Hildr
214. Herja
215. Hjalmthrimul
216. Halgund
217. Hrimnir
218. Hlokk
219. Hrafnsmerki
220. Hrund
221. Hjalmold
222. Hofvarpnir
223. Hervarth
224. Hildigunnr
225. Hundingsbana
226. Hrimgunnr
227. Hrönn
228. Hlaðguðr
229. Hrefna
230. Hyndla
231. Hrökkvitha
232. Hveðrungr
233. Háleygjatal
234. Hjartasteinn
235. Hrimfaxi
236. Halja
237. Huginn
238. Hreidmar
239. Hábrók
240. Hildisvíni
Valkyrie Names Starting with an I
241. Idunn
242. Irpa
243. Isgerdr
244. Ivindh
245. Ildri
246. Ingulv
247. Ivaris
248. Idhril
249. Ifing
250. Illgjold
251. Irith
252. Ingimod
253. Idisi
254. Ilmr
255. Ingvarr
256. Isolf
257. Ivor
258. Ingfrid
259. Ithunn
260. Ilvina
261. Ingridr
262. Irmingild
263. Isrun
264. Itreksjod
265. Inndis
266. Iglund
267. Ingibjorg
268. Ilkibrand
269. Imsigul
270. Ithra
Valkyrie Names Starting with a J
271. Jarnsaxa
272. Jorunn
273. Jalkr
274. Jofrid
275. Jarngerd
276. Jorogumo
277. Jordis
278. Jarnvidja
279. Jarnfrid
280. Jarlrun
281. Jotunheim
282. Jomali
283. Jarngrima
284. Jolgeir
285. Junrid
286. Jarnhild
287. Jord
288. Jundrid
289. Jargrund
290. Jalfgund
291. Jarlheidr
292. Jarnauga
293. Jorveig
294. Jormungand
295. Jotnar
296. Jundvor
297. Jordgunn
298. Jorith
299. Jarnbrun
300. Junlei
Valkyrie Names Starting with a K
301. Kára
302. Kyndill
303. Kolfrosta
304. Kjartrun
305. Keldulfr
306. Kvistr
307. Kvenna
308. Kragr
309. Kjalar
310. Kaldrun
311. Kynvild
312. Keilir
313. Kynhild
314. Kolga
315. Kjolror
316. Kjalfari
317. Kundgjol
318. Kvelulfr
319. Kveldulfr
320. Karnyx
321. Kjalki
322. Kraka
323. Kjartan
324. Kolfinna
325. Kvasir
326. Kalvör
327. Kjostolfr
328. Karling
329. Karmr
330. Kvitrud
Valkyrie Names Starting with an L
331. Ljósálfar
332. Lyngheid
333. Lofnheid
334. Ljotrun
335. Leikn
336. Lifthraser
337. Langulfr
338. Lofthild
339. Ljufa
340. Lyr
341. Leifdís
342. Logrun
343. Lindulfr
344. Ljosalf
345. Ljungeld
346. Lofn
347. Lyndís
348. Ljoma
349. Lifthrasir
350. Lundr
351. Ljot
352. Lunnar
353. Lofar
354. Lykill
355. Lofnar
356. Lindr
357. Ljosalfr
358. Lir
359. Lokasenna
360. Lygr
Valkyrie Names Starting with an M
361. Myrkvi
362. Mjolnir
363. Mistilteinn
364. Myrgjol
365. Munnin
366. Modgud
367. Mjolkorm
368. Mardoll
369. Munin
370. Myrkr
371. Mjoll
372. Magr
373. Menglod
374. Mispel
375. Myrkrida
376. Midgard
377. Mjolgeir
378. Malrun
379. Meginjard
380. Mjoln
381. Mistblindi
382. Morkri
383. Mardal
384. Mundilfari
385. Mjolvor
386. Mylna
387. Mjalthorn
388. Menglöð
389. Marnyr
390. Mjolkalfa
Valkyrie Names Starting with an N
391. Niflung
392. Njordis
393. Norn
394. Njola
395. Nastrond
396. Nidavellir
397. Njorun
398. Niflhel
399. Norvi
400. Nauthiz
401. Nottulfr
402. Naglfar
403. Nyrðr
404. Niflfrid
405. Nordis
406. Njordr
407. Niflheim
408. Nyr
409. Nidhogg
410. Njarn
411. Nidhug
412. Njorth
413. Norðri
414. Niflunga
415. Norna
416. Nyt
417. Njörun
418. Niflgrímr
419. Norndis
420. Njörfi
Valkyrie Names Starting with an O
421. Ormr
422. Oskrun
423. Odinsdottir
424. Ormgard
425. Othilda
426. Olrun
427. Ormhildr
428. Osvif
429. Ondveg
430. Odrun
431. Olsvig
432. Oddmey
433. Orkney
434. Othling
435. Ospak
436. Orkja
437. Ostara
438. Orlög
439. Ogn
440. Ondur
441. Oskuldr
442. Orlyg
443. Ombria
444. Orkna
445. Oftfor
446. Olmod
447. Orvandel
448. Othrun
449. Ordrun
450. Ostkynn
Valkyrie Names Starting with a P
451. Pernille
452. Pridr
453. Prudrun
454. Pulgard
455. Pandis
456. Prunella
457. Pjodr
458. Palnatoke
459. Plógrun
460. Pyrdi
461. Pervinca
462. Puld
463. Pjalkr
464. Porunn
465. Pjotrvor
466. Pruda
467. Pæja
468. Porgils
469. Pilvax
470. Pyt
471. Prufa
472. Palsdottir
473. Porgerd
474. Prunhild
475. Pulk
476. Palrun
477. Pjodrun
478. Plundra
479. Priða
480. Polvig
Valkyrie Names Starting with a Q
481. Qyrdís
482. Qvaldir
483. Qildrun
484. Qifrid
485. Qarnhild
486. Qetill
487. Qorin
488. Qindra
489. Qirja
490. Qollrun
491. Qunna
492. Qervid
493. Qyngvi
494. Qatla
495. Qeldrun
496. Qorunn
497. Qignir
498. Qylla
499. Qarnvi
500. Qyrdra
501. Qolfrid
502. Qurnhild
503. Qilja
504. Qengrid
505. Qodrun
506. Quenilda
507. Qytrun
508. Qarnjot
509. Qvala
510. Qyglöð
Valkyrie Names Starting with an R
511. Ragnild
512. Runa
513. Rifthild
514. Ragnfrid
515. Runhild
516. Rosthild
517. Rind
518. Ravnsa
519. Raudr
520. Randgrid
521. Rúnkatla
522. Rorun
523. Ragnvor
524. Raskva
525. Ragnhilda
526. Rauthulfr
527. Ryd
528. Reginfaxi
529. Roskva
530. Reidrun
531. Rukkia
532. Ruvik
533. Rafarta
534. Ryma
535. Ragnbjorg
536. Rovena
537. Ragar
538. Rundis
539. Ravnhold
540. Rosmerta
Valkyrie Names Starting with an S
541. Sigrun
542. Svava
543. Skuld
544. Svanhild
545. Skogul
546. Sigyn
547. Sif
548. Solvi
549. Syn
550. Svipul
551. Saga
552. Snotra
553. Sigrdrifa
554. Sigrlinn
555. Svandis
556. Skalmold
557. Sinmara
558. Sveid
559. Svala
560. Syr
561. Saela
562. Sunilda
563. Svarin
564. Sigunn
565. Solrun
566. Svanr
567. Sveigdir
568. Selma
569. Sigr
570. Skjoldmey
Valkyrie Names Starting with a T
571. Tyra
572. Tove
573. Thrud
574. Týrvi
575. Torgunna
576. Thrymja
577. Tindra
578. Torhild
579. Thjodhild
580. Tordis
581. Thrainn
582. Thjalfi
583. Thyri
584. Torgnyr
585. Thorgunn
586. Torunn
587. Thialfi
588. Thora
589. Tyn
590. Thrungva
591. Thordis
592. Torgerd
593. Thyrm
594. Thjodrun
595. Thrudvangar
596. Thokk
597. Toveig
598. Thorvi
599. Thjorgunn
600. Tyst
Valkyrie Names Starting with a U
601. Urd
602. Unnr
603. Ulfrun
604. Ulfhild
605. Urda
606. Unnulfr
607. Uthyr
608. Urdgard
609. Ulfheid
610. Urdh
611. Unndis
612. Urth
613. Urdhr
614. Ulgrid
615. Unna
616. Ulgund
617. Ursva
618. Uthrid
619. Ulfvar
620. Undomiel
621. Urvil
622. Uthara
623. Ulfwyn
624. Ulfrik
625. Urdal
626. Ulveig
627. Urthrun
628. Ulmari
629. Unith
630. Ulthild
Valkyrie Names Starting with a V
631. Valfreya
632. Vingthor
633. Vandrild
634. Valkrist
635. Var
636. Veigdis
637. Vathrun
638. Vifil
639. Vebjorg
640. Vargrun
641. Verdandi
642. Vindonia
643. Valthjof
644. Volund
645. Vigdis
646. Varnilde
647. Veborg
648. Vingrid
649. Valdís
650. Völva
651. Vafthrudnir
652. Valkyra
653. Ve
654. Vithar
655. Vorsum
656. Vreid
657. Vili
658. Vor
659. Vingolf
660. Vathmey
Valkyrie Names Starting with a W
661. Wulfrun
662. Wyrd
663. Wighild
664. Wodendis
665. Wynda
666. Wulfdís
667. Wiglöf
668. Wealtheow
669. Wistla
670. Wighar
671. Waldhild
672. Winthrud
673. Wulthild
674. Wigburg
675. Wylda
676. Wulfwyn
677. Wigrun
678. Wulfhild
679. Weorþ
680. Wiglind
681. Wodenborn
682. Wulfric
683. Windrid
684. Wuldor
685. Wargrún
686. Welisandra
687. Wunjo
688. Wyrt
689. Wigdis
690. Wulfgar
Valkyrie Names Starting with an X
691. Xyldra
692. Xandis
693. Xylgvi
694. Xivrun
695. Xulvild
696. Xyrun
697. Xidhilda
698. Xorli
699. Xulfrun
700. Xyrdis
701. Xarnhild
702. Xivrid
703. Xalfin
704. Xendra
705. Xorgild
706. Xynia
707. Xaldra
708. Xvala
709. Xulgrid
710. Xorun
711. Xeinrid
712. Xilf
713. Xarnvi
714. Xulvi
715. Xandvi
716. Xyolf
717. Xragild
718. Xvaldrun
719. Xildr
720. Xofrid
Valkyrie Names Starting with a Y
721. Ylva
722. Yngvild
723. Yr
724. Ysrun
725. Ydun
726. Ylgrid
727. Yngvar
728. Ydalir
729. Yrja
730. Yggdrasil
731. Ylvrun
732. Yrthild
733. Ymir
734. Yngri
735. Yfris
736. Ydulf
737. Yngling
738. Ysbaddaden
739. Ythlin
740. Yvor
741. Ystrid
742. Yrth
743. Yngunn
744. Yrfing
745. Yngheid
746. Ylfrun
747. Yngstorm
748. Yrmina
749. Ydalr
750. Yrthrun
Valkyrie Names Starting with a Z
751. Zygdrifa
752. Zulfrun
753. Zvardis
754. Zvilda
755. Zulgrid
756. Zandra
757. Zorahild
758. Zurneth
759. Zythrun
760. Zilf
761. Zagrind
762. Zerelda
763. Zilrun
764. Zeborg
765. Zynvi
766. Zelmir
767. Zvithra
768. Zalvi
769. Zernys
770. Zulfira
771. Zunilda
772. Zorveig
773. Zingrid
774. Zulvi
775. Zighild
776. Zolfreyja
777. Zyr
778. Zalgir
779. Zvorun
780. Zythilde
Conclusion
Each name we've explored, from the mighty Sigrdrífa, a female sword warrior, to Hlaðguðr svanhvít, with her swan-white armor, tells a story of battle, victory and the spiritual realm of Valhalla.
These names are not just words; they're a bridge to a world where the clash of spears, the clatter of helmets, and the call to the fallen warriors echo with the timeless rhythm of ancient myths.
This guide offers a lexicon of powerful symbols and characters for writers, storytellers, and filmmakers seeking inspiration.
Whether crafting tales of hero Sigurd, weaving narratives around the shield destroyer, or depicting the warlike functions of these fierce female figures, the Valkyrie names open a goldmine of creativity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Valkyrie Names (FAQs)
What are Valkyrie names?
Valkyrie names are unique identifiers of the Valkyries, Odin's handpicked mighty female warriors in Norse mythology.
These names often encapsulate their roles, characteristics, or the fate they bring, such as Sigrdrífa (victory rune), Róta(spear flinger), and Gunnr (war).
How do Valkyrie names relate to Norse mythology?
In Norse myth, Valkyries are depicted as godlike figures who select the most heroic of those slain in battle and carry them off to Valhalla, the hall of the slain, where they prepare for Ragnarok.
Names like Hildr (battle) and Brynhildr (bright battle) reflect their warlike function and revered place in the mythological narrative.
What is the significance of the Old Norse language in Valkyrie names?
Old Norse, the language of the Vikings and their sagas, is the root for all Valkyrie names. These names are constructed from Old Norse words and concepts and carry deep meanings.
For example, Skuld (future or destiny) is a name and symbol of a concept intertwined with the Valkyries' role in determining battles' outcomes.
Can you explain the meaning behind some specific Valkyrie names?
Hlaðguðr svanhvít (swan white) signifies purity and perhaps a connection to the swan maiden legend. Gunnr (battle) directly references their role in warfare.
Geirskögul (spear bearer) emphasizes the Valkyrie's aspect as formidable warriors in battle.
How are Valkyries depicted in the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda?
The Poetic and Prose Eddas, primary Norse mythology sources, vividly portray Valkyries.
Poems like Grímnismál and sagas depict them as fearsome warriors and elegant maidens serving Odin and influencing war outcomes. The descriptions in these texts blend their fearsome aspects with their majestic beauty.
What is the role of Valkyries beyond selecting fallen warriors?
Aside from guiding the slain to Valhalla, Valkyries are also seen as weavers of fate, using runes and chants to influence battle outcomes. They represent the bridge between life and death, war and peace, serving not only Odin but also embodying the transition of heroes from the earthly realm to the afterlife.
Are there any modern interpretations or adaptations of Valkyries?
In modern media, Valkyries are often depicted as influential female figures, ranging from noble warriors to ethereal beings guiding heroes.
They've inspired characters in films, literature, and even music, reflecting their enduring appeal and the flexibility of their mythos to adapt to contemporary narratives.
How can I incorporate Valkyrie names into my creative work?
Consider the themes and traits associated with each Valkyrie. Whether crafting a story of epic battles, exploring themes of fate and destiny, or simply seeking a name that carries a weight of mythology, Valkyrie names can add depth and resonance.
Use them to embody strength, courage, or the mystical aspects of your characters.
How are Valkyrie names pronounced?
Pronunciation can vary, but they generally follow Old Norse phonetics. For instance, Sigrdrífa is pronounced as "SIG-agree-fa" and Róta as "RO-ta."
Embrace their syllables' musicality and power as you bring them to life in your work.
Where can I learn more about Valkyrie names and Norse mythology?
To explore Norse mythology further, explore scholarly works by authors like Rudolf Simek or the translated Poetic and Prose Eddas texts.
Websites dedicated to Norse mythology and academic publications can also provide insights into the rich tapestry of Norse myths and the fascinating figures that inhabit them.
