Holger name meaning
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What does Holger mean?
Meaning of Holger is Island, Composition, Isl or Spear is a boy name, principally used in Sami, Swedish, Greenlandic, Finnish, Norwegian, Scandinavian, Danish, German and Icelandic came from Old Norse. Holger is Swedish form of Holmger.
How do I pronounce Holger?
Two syllabled Holger is most commonly pronounced as ho(l)-ger. The name can also be pronounced as hol-gur.
Variants of Holger
Names that rhyme with HolgerHow popular is the name Holger?
Holger is an uncommon baby name in United States, where it last appeared in 2002 after 32 years of use since 1898. Over 238 babies in United States have been named Holger.
But an extremely popular name in Germany where every 1 in 600 have the name. At least, 200000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our findings.
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 10661 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6948 | 5 |
| 1971 | 4374 | 6 |
| 1967 | 3961 | 5 |
| 1966 | 3937 | 5 |
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Numerological analysis of Holger
You are a fighter for good but always attract the worst people in your life. Find someone who's into adventures, so you can enjoy life more. Reorder your priorities and put work as last. Although you don't hang around with everybody, you always act kind and welcoming. You are a man of your word and it's where your credibility comes from. You can smell a great opportunity from miles. Allow your competitive spirit and intuition to guide you.
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- Aquila - Aquila's meaning is An Eagle used for both genders which is used particulary in Finnish and Danish is originated from Latin
- Eadmund means Wealthy Protector or Rich Benefactress is used specifically in English and English is came from Old English is given to both boys and girls
- Eleonore - Trendy and Ceaseless Eleonore is originated from French and Arabic is specifically used in Norwegian, German and Finnish, Eleonore means "God is My Light or Shining" is aimed at baby girls
- Thilo - The curious unisex name Thilo is used substantially in German and Finnish, Thilo means "The Word Theud Which Means People Race or People" is of Germanic and Old High German origin
Sibling Names for Holger
Holger is a Scandinavian name that means "island spear." It's a unique and strong name for your baby boy. If you're looking for sibling names that complement Holger, we've put together a list of some great options. Here are our top picks:
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Famous people named Holger
- Holger Drachmann, Danish poet, dramatist and painter
- Holger Thiele, Danish American astronomer and discoverer of minor planets and comets
- Holger Krahmer, German politician and former Member of the European Parliament with the Free Democratic Party of Germany
- Holger Nielsen, Danish fencer, shooter, and athlete
- Holger Cahill, Icelandic-American curator, writer
- Holger Pedersen, Danish linguist
- Holger Pedersen, Danish astronomer at the European Southern Observatory
- Holger Bech Nielsen, Danish theoretical physicist
- Holger Roed, Danish painter
- Holger Hott, Norwegian orienteering competitor
- Holger Geschwindner, former basketball player, and is the mentor
- Holger Albrechtsen, Norwegian hurdler
- Holger Marius Nielsen, official of the Danish Ministry of Education
- Holger Gustafsson, Swedish Christian Democratic politician
- Holger Bauroth, East German-German cross country skier
- Holger Granström, professional ice hockey player
- Holger Simon Paulli, Danish conductor and composer
- Holger Blume, former German sprinter
- Holger Czukay, German musician
- Holger Meins, German cinematography student
- Holger Börner, German politician of the SPD
- Holger Apfel, German politician
- Holger K. Nielsen, Danish politician
- Holger Fach, former German footballer
- Holger Juul Hansen, Danish actor
- Holger Hieronymus, German former footballer who played as a defender
- Holger Handtke, German television actor
- Holger Klose, retired male hammer thrower from Germany
- Holger Osieck, German football manager
- Holger Petersen, CM., D Litt
- Holger Löwenadler, Swedish film actor
- Holger Hiller, German musician
- Holger Sundström, retired Swedish sailor
- Holger Perfort in Europa as Actor
- Holger Haase in Da geht noch was! as Director
- Holger Roost-Macias in Darüber lacht die Welt as Producer
- Holger Andersson in En duva satt på en gren och funderade på tillvaron as Actor
- Holger Badura in movie Unter dem Eis as Writer
- In 2001 action and adventure movie, Heinrich der Säger, Holger Fuchs portrayed Gregor.
- Holger Holm, from 1914 drama film Verdensgiften, who portrayed N.
- In 1957, Holger Höglund played the role of Mandus in comedy movie Johan på Snippen tar hem spelet.
- In 1979, Holger Nederby portrayed the role of Ras in drama movie Drømme støjer ikke når de dør.
- Holger Reenberg played central role of Robert in 1912 drama film Marconitelegrafisten.
- In 1942, Holger Sørensen characterized the role of N In movie Mulden drager.
- Holger Mehnen, from 1912 flick Zigeunerorkestret, who characterized Sigøjnermusiker.
Lists having Holger
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- Baby Names that mean Island
- Baby Names that mean Spear