49 Best Norse Dragon Names
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Dragons were very important creatures that originated from the ancient world.
Dragons are linked to Norse mythology from ancient times, later narrated as part of Scandinavian folk tales. Dragons are also mentioned in many legends, poems, and sagas.
Different variations of Norse words refer to dragons. The common Norse translation for dragon is 'Níðhöggr', with 'Nidhogg' or 'Nidhoggr' as the anglicized version of the name.
The word 'drakon' means 'great dragon' in the Old Norse language. During prehistoric eras, human warriors considered these creatures equivalent to gods. There are three mythological types of dragons: the Old Ones, the New Ones, and the Dragons of Legend.
The Old Ones existed in the distant past before the world's creation. They are portrayed with ferocious characteristics in ancient dragon myths and legends. The New Ones refer to dragons born during the early days of the world's creation.
Although with different characteristics and traits, they all shared a common feature: the gods created them. As ancient beings of the world, dragons are considered to have their language, called the 'draconic' language.
Typically, Norse mythology dragon names catered to symbolism. Norse mythology also refers to dragons as 'serpents' since dragons were considered to have giant snake-like bodies. Let's take a look at some names of dragons from Norse mythology.
For more dragon names, look at White Dragon Names and Ice Dragon Names.
Common Norse Dragon Names
Bahamut, the son of God Lo, is referred to as the God of dragons. These are some of the more common Norse dragon names.
1. Aidan (Irish origin) means 'Thor', who killed the fire dragon.
2. Arrow (English origin) indicates a 'dragon-slayer who killed famous evil dragons'.
3. Blaze (Old English origin) is a common name that means 'a long-tail fire-breather'.
4. Brantley (German origin) refers to 'a firebrand dragon'.
5. Chance (Latin origin) symbolizes "luck".
6. Drake (Old German origin) means 'a male with the power of the snake'.
7. Jormungand (Old Norse myth) indicating 'Yggdrasil a giant tree'.
8. Pachuca (Hopi tribe origin) refers to 'a feathered water snake'.
9. Ryoko (Japanese) is a female name that means 'dragon-like'.
10. Shesha (Hindu mythology) means 'king of snakes'.
11. Tatsuya (Japanese origin) indicates 'a dragon sign'.
12. Xiuhcoatl (Nahuatl word) denotes 'destructive weapon'.
Exciting Norse Dragon Names
The following names are a little more unique and different.
13. Author (old English origin) meaning 'poison'.
14. Chua (Native American origin) means 'world-serpent'.
15. Draco (Latin/Greek mythology) means 'dragon name'.
16. Ehecatl (Norse mythology) denotes 'wind-serpent'.
17. Fafnir (Old Norse myth) symbolizes 'greed'.
18. Glaurung (Sindarin) refers to 'a wingless, fire-breathing trickster'.
19. Herensuge (Basque language) means 'long tail dragon'.
20. Knucker (Old English origin) denoting 'winged water dragon'.
21. Nagendra (Hindu origin) refers to a snake, or 'Lord Indra's second name'.
22. Orochi (Japanese origin) refers to a 'Midgard serpent.'
23. Pendragon (Celtic origin) symbolizes a 'chief dragon.'
24. Quetzalcoatl (Aztec Nahuatl origin); means a 'feathered-serpent'.
25. Ryuu (Japanese origin) refers to the 'dragon spirit'.
26. Tatsuo (Japanese origin), referring to 'dragon-man.'
27. Uther (a variation of the name Arthur) means 'bear-man.'
Famous Dragon Names
If you are looking for a dragon name to indicate power and strength, these are the names of some famous dragons that you can consider. Cherry-pick your favorite ones from some of the most popular ones listed below.
28. Falkor (Norse myth) refers to the 'lucky son'.
29. Lollipop (English origin) mythical dragons from 'The Magic Lollipop Adventure'.
30. Eragon Mushu is amythologicalcharacterfrom 'St. George & The Dragon Saphira of the Inheritance Cycle' series.
31. Drakon (Norse origin) means 'great dragon'.
32. Smaug (German origin) refers to 'Fire Drake'; an ancient dragon that lived in Middle-Earth.
33. Puff (Old English origin) is derived from 'the Magical Dragon'.
34. Vasuki (Indian origin) is a famous dragon name that means 'naga' or 'king serpent'.
Female Dragon Names Inspired By Norse Gods
The age-old ancestors are animistic, catering to many images of a god or goddess, in all likelihood resembling an animal. The Chinese and Celtic Empires mostly feared and honored dragon gods and goddesses.
Dragons in Norse mythology stood as protectors of Mother Nature's sacred place – caverns, creeks, and mountainous terrains. A few Norse Gods like Fuxi, Ladon, and Veles, along with goddesses Melusine, Medea, and Nuwa, were famous for guarding and cleansing nature. Here we have listed the female names referring to mythological dragons.
35. Adalinda (German origin) is a feminine name that means 'noble serpent'.
36. Amelinda (German origin) translates to 'a work serpent'.
37. Aine (Irish origin) means 'brightness' or 'fiery'.
38. Belinda (German origin) means 'beautiful'.
39. Chumana (Native heritage) refers to a 'snake-maiden'.
40. Chusi/Coaxoch (Norse Myth) denotes 'a snake-flower in the roots of Yggdrasil tree'.
41. Hydra (Greek mythology) means 'water dragon'.
42. Linda (Old English origin) is a variation of Lindy, Linnie, or Lynda, which means 'serpent'.
43. Malinda (Greek origin) variant of Melinda; refers to the 'Midgard serpent'.
44. Kaida (Japanese origin) showcases 'a little dragon'.
45. Medousa (Greek/Latin origin) is one of the Norse names and is a variant of 'Medusa'.
46. Melusine (German origin) means 'a serpent-like fresh-water spirit'.
47. Shuman (Native American origin) means 'a rattlesnake handler'.
48. Tanis (Greek mythology) refers to 'a serpent lady'.
49. Tanit (Phoenician) is a variation of the name Tanith that means 'goddess of love, moon, and stars'.
50. Tiamat (Babylonia origin) is a dragon name that means 'the mother of life'.
Kidadl has lots of great names and articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for Norse Dragon names, why not look at Water Dragon Names? You can also go for Skyrim Dragon Names if you want something different.
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