Aslaug - Name Meaning
Aslaug is a Scandinavian female name, derived from Old Norse elements. The first element of the name is ‘As’, which means ‘God’ or ‘Divine’, while the second element is ‘Laug’, which means ‘Betrothed’ or ‘Promise’. As such, the name Aslaug can be translated to mean ‘God’s Promise’.
The name Aslaug has been popular in Scandinavia since the Middle Ages and was used by several prominent figures in Norse mythology. In particular, it was the name of a legendary Viking queen who was said to have been born from a fish. She was also known as Aslög and Kráka and was the daughter of Sigurd and Brynhildr.
In modern times, Aslaug is still a popular name in Scandinavia and other parts of Europe. It is often seen as a symbol of strength and courage due to its association with the legendary Viking queen. It is also seen as a symbol of loyalty and faithfulness due to its meaning of ‘God’s Promise’.
Popularity
Aslaug is not a particularly common name in the United States but it does appear on the Social Security Administration’s list of baby names. In 2019, it ranked at #9,845 out of all baby girl names registered that year. This makes it one of the more uncommon names for girls in America.
In Norway, however, Aslaug is much more popular. In 2019, it ranked at #90 out of all baby girl names registered that year. This makes it one of the more popular names for girls in Norway.
Famous People Named Aslaug
There are several famous people who bear the name Aslaug:
- Aslaug Magnusdottir: Icelandic entrepreneur and co-founder of dating app Tinder.
- Aslaug Vaa: Norwegian author and playwright.
- Aslaug Holm: Norwegian actress best known for her roles in films such as The Wave (2015) and The King’s Choice (2016).
Variations Of The Name
The name Aslaug has several variations including: Aselog, Aseloghe, Aseloghi, Aseloghy, Aseloge, Aselogu, Aselogy, Aselohi, Aselohy, Aseloighe, Aseloighi, Aseloighy, Aseloige, Aseloigu, Aseloigy.
