The nameHalvard
Halvard is a Norwegian boy's name, linked to the patron saint of Oslo. It was given in Norway mostly in the mid 1940s.
- Boy's name
- Norwegian
Meaning
Halvard comes from the Old Norse Hallvardr, formed from hallr, "rock", and vardr, "guardian".
Origin
Norwegian. Saint Hallvard is the patron saint of the city of Oslo.
History
The name peaked in Norway in the mid 1940s. It remains very rare in France and in English-speaking countries.
Popularity of the name Halvard
Halvard in Norway
Halvard was most popular in Norway in the 1950s, with 280 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Halvard. Half of all babies named Halvard in Norway were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halvard mean?
Halvard comes from the Old Norse Hallvardr, formed from hallr, "rock", and vardr, "guardian".
What is the origin of the name Halvard?
Norwegian. Saint Hallvard is the patron saint of the city of Oslo.
Is Halvard a girl's or a boy's name?
Halvard is a boy's name.