Herleif name meaning

Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Norse
Usage: Scandinavian, Swedish, Norwegian and Danish
Meaning: Army Descendant
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What does Herleif mean?

Herleif's origin is Old Norse is particulary used in Norwegian, Scandinavian, Swedish and Danish, meaning of Herleif is "Army Descendant" is aimed at boys. Herleif is Norwegian cognate of Herleifr.

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Variants of Herleif

Herlof, Herleifr, HælfR, Hellof

How popular is the name Herleif?

Herleif is an uncommon name around the world. According to our estimate, at least 100 people have been bestowed Herleif around the globe.

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Herleif in Nordic countries

CountriesMen
First NameSecondary Name
Norway2864
Denmark10

Here's what numbers has to say about Herleif

You influence people with your words, so make sure you say the right words. You are compassionate and always put other people's needs before yours. You are an amazing person. You should stop hoping that everyone will understand and support you. You need to acquire personal independence and hit the road of success. You have the tendency to sacrifice yourself in order to save someone else. It's like luck follows you wherever you go and whatever you do results in a positive outcome.

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  •  Trygg - Originated from Scandinavian, Odd and Modernistic Trygg means "One who Speaks the Truth" which is used dominantly in Norwegian, Swedish and Danish is a boy name

Famous people named Herleif

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