Hengist Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hengist Name at a Glance

Name	Hengist
Meaning	Son of Wodan.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hengist Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hengist means “Son of Wodan”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hengist Name Origin

Our database records Hengist under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hengist a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hengist is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hengist

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