Grim Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Grim Name at a Glance

Name	Grim
Meaning	Son of Njal.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Grim Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Grim means “Son of Njal”. 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.

Grim Name Origin

Our database records Grim under Norse origin. Browse more Norse baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Grim a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Grim

When considering Grim for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.