Find out how popular the first name Ragnarok has been for the last 1 years (from 2019 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ragnarok by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ragnarok is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ragnarok.

The history of the first name Ragnarok

Ragnarok is a name that originates from Old Norse, the language spoken by the ancient Norse people of Scandinavia during the Viking Age, which lasted from the late 8th century to the late 11th century AD. The name is derived from the Old Norse words "ragnar??k," which translates to "fate of the gods" or "twilight of the gods."

In Norse mythology, Ragnarok is the name given to a series of apocalyptic events that were foretold to lead to the destruction of the cosmos and the death of many of the gods, including Odin, Thor, and Loki. These events were described in various Old Norse texts, such as the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda, which were written down in the 13th century but likely drew from much older oral traditions.

The first recorded use of the name Ragnarok as a personal name is difficult to trace, as it was not a common name during the Viking Age or in the centuries that followed. However, there are a few notable historical figures who bore this name or variations of it.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with a name related to Ragnarok was Ragnar Lodbrok, a legendary Viking king and warrior who is believed to have lived in the 9th century AD. According to Norse sagas, Ragnar was the father of several sons, including Ivar the Boneless and Björn Ironside, who were also famous Viking leaders.

In more modern times, there was a Norwegian writer and poet named Ragnar Omsen (1882-1932), who used the pen name "Ragnarok." He was known for his dark and brooding poetry, which often explored themes of death and the end of the world.

Another notable figure with a name related to Ragnarok was the German composer and conductor Ragnar Söderlind (1945-2021), who composed several works inspired by Norse mythology, including an opera based on the Ragnarok story.

In the realm of fiction, the name Ragnarok has been used for various characters, including Ragnarok, a supervillain in the Marvel Comics universe, and Ragnarok, a character in the video game "Final Fantasy XIV."

While Ragnarok is not a common name today, it continues to hold a place in popular culture and literature, serving as a reminder of the rich mythological traditions of the ancient Norse people.

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