Haakon name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 20th, 2023
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Norse
Usage: Scandinavian, Nordic, Faroese, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Haakon ha(a)-kon
Meaning: High, Son, Fencing, Composition and Ross
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What does Haakon mean?

Offbeat Haakon came from Old Norse bestowed upon baby boys, meaning of Haakon is "High, Son, Fencing, Composition or Ross" is commonly used in Swedish, Danish, Scandinavian, Finnish, Faroese, Norwegian and Nordic.

Haakon is variant form of Hakon. Hakon is form of commonly accepted Hakan. Hakon is Nordic form of Hagen. Also Hakon is form of Hákon in Old Norse and Swedish languages.

Hakon's meaning is Fencing and Composition is originated from Old Norse. Haakon is a version of prevalent Hakan. Hakan is Swedish cognate of Hákon. Originated from Old Norse and Turkish, Unwonted Hakan, Hakan means "Ruler and The Element Kaan Meaning Khan Ruler".

How do I pronounce Haakon?

The two syllabled name Haakon is commonly pronounced as ha(a)-kon.

Variants of Haakon

Hakon, Hakan, Hagen, Hákon, Haggen, Haggi, Hajo, Hagan, Hagano, Haagen, Vin

Names that rhyme with Haakon

How popular is the name Haakon?

Haakon is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1912 and was able to reach the top 3000 names. In 1912, it ranked 2269th when 30 boys were named Haakon.

Over 394 people have been named Haakon in United States. Haakon is a common name in Norway while somewhat familiar name in Denmark. According to our estimate, at least 2000 people have been bestowed Haakon around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2018419224
2017548616
2016357730
2015452321
2014468020
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Haakon in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands202400
Finland1894600
Sweden2810000
Norway1963270600
Denmark104000

Numerological aspects of Haakon

You have a restless spirit and booming energy. You are not used to standing in one place for too long because monotony isn't a thing you can get used to like many people today. Your biggest flaw is your self-doubt. Although you can't stand in one place for too long, if something catches your attention, you are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done perfectly. You are always preoccupied with other people's problems because they know you are compassionate and ready to help at any time.

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Sibling Names for Haakon

If you are looking for sibling names to go with the name Haakon, you have come to the right place! We have compiled a list of names that complement Haakon's strong and royal sound, while still being unique and fitting for siblings. Take a look at our suggestions below.

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Famous people named Haakon

  • Haakon Sigurdsson, de facto ruler of Norway from about 975 to 995
  • Haakon Ericsson, was Earl of Lade and governor of Norway as a vassal under Knut the Great
  • Haakon the Crazy, Norwegian earl and Birkebeiner chieftain during the civil war era
  • Haakon Shetelig, Norwegian archaeologist
  • Haakon Martin Evjenth, Norwegian politician for the Liberal Party
  • Haakon Hauan, Norwegian politician for the Liberal Party
  • Haakon Ditlev Lowzow, Norwegian military officer and politician for the Liberal Party
  • Haakon Chevalier, American author, translator
  • Haakon Tranberg, Norwegian sprinter
  • Haakon Sörvik, Swedish gymnast
  • Haakon Sløgedal, Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party
  • Haakon Olsen Wika, Norwegian politician for the Labour Party
  • Haakon VII of Norway, Danish prince
  • Haakon the Good, king of Norway from 934 to 961
  • Haakon IV of Norway, King of Norway from 1217 to 1263
  • Haakon Magnusson of Norway, was king of Norway from 1093 to 1095
  • Haakon VI of Norway, also known as 'Håkan Magnusson'
  • Haakon V of Norway, was king of Norway from 1299 until 1319
  • Haakon II of Norway,
  • Haakon III of Norway, was King of Norway from 1202 to 1204
  • Haakon Lie, Norwegian politician
  • Haakon Paulsson, Norwegian Jarl and jointly ruled the Earldom of Orkney with his cousin Magnus Erlendsson
  • Haakon the Young, son of king Haakon Haakonsson of Norway
  • Haakon Breien is noted for his acting in movie Dager fra 1000 år
  • In 1956 drama, sci-fi flick, Kvinnens plass, Haakon Arnold characterized N.
  • In 1931, Haakon Hjelde characterized the role of Ned Lee in drama, romance flick Halvvägs till himlen.

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