Gunnar

Boy's name

Gunnar is a Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "war" and "warrior."

Meaning Warrior
Origin Scandinavian
U.S. births in 2023 474 Falling
Peak year 2015

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Gunnar Myrdal - Economist, Nobel laureate for "An American Dilemma."
  • Gunnar Nordahl - Footballer, Swedish striker for AC Milan.
  • Gunnar Nelson - Musician, member of rock band Nelson.
  • Gunnar Solskjaer - Football manager, former Manchester United player.
  • Gunnar Stålsett - Bishop, human rights advocate in Norway.
  • Gunnar Asplund - Architect, known for Stockholm Public Library design.
  • Gunnar Esiason - Activist, raising awareness for cystic fibrosis.
  • Gunnar Bentz - Swimmer, Olympic gold medalist in relay.
  • Gunnar Hámundarson - Legendary Icelandic settler in "Gunnar's Saga."

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Name Variants

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