Arild – Meaning and Origin
Arild is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse elements “ari” meaning “eagle” and “valdr” meaning “ruler”. The name is most commonly found in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, but it has also been used in other parts of Europe. It is a popular name in Scandinavia, with many famous people bearing the name.
History and Popularity
The earliest recorded use of the name Arild dates back to the 10th century when it was used as a personal name by several Viking kings. It was also used as a given name for several generations of Norwegian royalty. In modern times, the name has become increasingly popular in Scandinavia, particularly in Norway where it is currently ranked as one of the top 100 names for boys.
Famous People Named Arild
There are many famous people who have borne the name Arild throughout history. Some of these include:
- Arild Huitfeldt (1546-1609), Norwegian historian and statesman
- Arild Stubhaug (1941-2015), Norwegian jazz musician
- Arild Andersen (born 1945), Norwegian jazz bassist
- Arild Aasen (born 1947), Norwegian politician
- Arild Haugen (born 1983), Norwegian strongman competitor
- Arild Nyquist (born 1984), Norwegian singer-songwriter
- Arild Haaland (born 1988), Norwegian footballer
Variations of the Name
The name Arild can be spelled in various ways depending on the language or dialect being used. Some common variations include Arild, Aril, Arill, Aarild, Aaril, Aarill, and Arjald.