Scandinavian name
Halfdan
Half Dane; legendary royal name element.
- Typical use
- male
- Syllables
- 2
- Regions
- Norway, Denmark, Sweden
- International spelling
- medium
About this name
Halfdan is a Scandinavian boy name with ties to Norway, Denmark, Sweden. It is often discovered by parents searching for Nordic baby names, Scandinavian name ideas, Old Norse-inspired names, or Viking-era names with a modern feel.
Half Dane; legendary royal name element.
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