boyOld Norse

Haldor: Meaning & Origin

Haldor is a boy name of Old Norse origin meaning “Rock of the sea; a strong, enduring name.”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.

Pronunciation

HAL-dor

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

32/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 68% of popular names.

Nicknames

HalDori

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

45%
31
2010
17
Current
#43
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Haldor Sven
  • Haldor Leif
  • Haldor Bard

Famous Namesakes

  • Haldor Lægreid, a notable contemporary musician

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Haldor