Reidar
Meaning of Reidar
Reidar is a traditional Norwegian name that is predominantly given to boys. It is pronounced as RAY-dahr (/ˈrɛɪdɑr/) in Norwegian. The name has its origins in Old Norse and means "warrior" or "counselor." Reidar holds strong associations with bravery, strength, and wisdom. Although it is not a common name in the United States, it has seen some usage over the years. In 1919, Reidar ranked at number 4168 and was given to five newborns. The name reached its peak popularity in 1915 when it ranked at number 3392 with six occurrences. Reidar's historical roots and unique sound make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Norwegian
- Pronunced as RAY-dahr (/ˈrɛɪdɑr/)
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Notable People Named Reidar
| Reidar Thoralf Christiansen was a Norwegian folklorist, archivist of the Norwegian Folklore Collection (NFS) and professor of folkloristics at the University of Oslo. |
| Reidar Aulie was a Norwegian artist known for his contributions to the modernist movement. |
| Reidar Brede Olsen was a Norwegian footballer who played as a midfielder for Fredrikstad and was capped twice for Norway, winning two Norwegian league titles and two Norwegian Cups with the club. |
| Reidar Kobro was a Norwegian priest. |
| Reidar Särestöniemi was a renowned Finnish painter from Finnish Lapland, known as one of the greatest Finland-Lappish artists in history. |
| Reidar Sørlie was a Norwegian discus thrower. |
| Reidar Dørum - Reidar "Tippen" Dørum was a Norwegian footballer. |
| Reidar Andreas Lyseth was a Norwegian politician for the Labour Party. |
| Reidar Karlsen was a Norwegian footballer who played one match for the Norway national football team in 1932. |
