Nordic Pet Names. Svend, is an ancient name in old norse meaningyoung. Other names call to mind epic figures from norse history—like leif erickson—and make a bold statement as a name for your dog.
If the name sounds too similar to another cat in your household, or you think it will be confusing if there are other animals living with your pet, then try something different! From the famous characters we see depicted in hollywood to those that are found only in the tales told only by norwegian storytellers, our list of names influenced by the old norse are listed below. Fenrir, a son of loki, is a monstrously ferocious wolf.