Viking Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Viking Name at a Glance

Name	Viking
Meaning	Father of Thord.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Viking Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Viking means “Father of Thord”. 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.

Viking Name Origin

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

Is Viking a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Viking

When considering Viking 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.