Haakon Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Haakon Name at a Glance

Name	Haakon
Meaning	High-born.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Haakon Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Haakon means “High-born”. 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.

Haakon Name Origin

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

Is Haakon a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Haakon

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