Gunnar
Gunnar is a boys' name of Norse origin meaning “bold warrior, battle fighter.” It ranked #435 in the United States in 2025. Gunnar derives from Old Norse 'gunnr' (war, battle) and 'arr' (warrior).
how do you pronounce Gunnar?
GUN-nar
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what does Gunnar mean?
The name Gunnar means “bold warrior, battle fighter.” It comes from the Norse language tradition.
Gunnar derives from Old Norse 'gunnr' (war, battle) and 'arr' (warrior). Gunnar Hámundarson is one of the most beloved heroes of the Icelandic sagas, described in Njáls saga as the greatest warrior in Iceland, who famously refused to leave his homeland even when exile would save his life.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #435 |
| 2023 | #420 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Gunnar?
- Gunnar Hansen (Icelandic-American actor)
- Gunnar Nelson (Icelandic MMA fighter)
what names are similar to Gunnar?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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