Haldor
Meaning of Haldor
Haldor is a male name with origins in Old Norse. It is pronounced as HAL-dor (/hælˈdɔr/) in English. This name has variations such as Halder. Although not very common in recent years, Haldor has been recorded as a given name in the United States of America since at least the early 20th century. It ranked as the 3408th most popular name for baby boys in 1925, with 7 occurrences that year. The name Haldor carries a sense of strength and power, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HAL-dor (/hælˈdɔr/)
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Notable People Named Haldor
| Haldor Lillenas was a highly influential gospel hymn writer, publisher, and ordained minister known for composing over 4,000 hymns, including the famous "Wonderful Grace of Jesus," and was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1982. |
| Haldor Frederik Axel Topsøe was a Danish engineer and the founder and chairman of the catalysis company Haldor Topsøe, named after his grandfather, the renowned chemist and crystallographer Haldor Topsøe. |
| Haldor Frederik Axel Topsøe was a Danish chemist and crystallographer, and the grandfather of engineer Haldor Topsøe and great-grandfather of mathematician Flemming Topsøe and engineer Henrik Topsøe. |
