Holger
Meaning of Holger
Holger is a strong and distinctive male name with Danish origins. It is pronounced as HOHL-ger (/ˈhoːlɡər/) in Danish. The name has a long history and is associated with noble and heroic qualities. In the United States, Holger has been a relatively rare name, with occasional appearances in the data for newborns over the years. Its rarity adds to its appeal for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their son. With its roots in Danish culture and its evocation of strength and nobility, Holger is a compelling choice for parents looking for a name with character and heritage.
Pronunciation
Danish
- Pronunced as HOHL-ger (/ˈhoːlɡər/)
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Notable People Named Holger
| Holger Felix Badstuber is a retired German professional footballer known for his career as a centre-back or left-back. |
| Holger Drachmann - Holger Henrik Herholdt Drachmann was a Danish poet, dramatist, and painter who was part of the Skagen artistic colony and played a significant role in the Scandinavian Modern Breakthrough Movement. |
| Holger Herwig - Dr. Holger H. Herwig is a German-born Canadian historian and professor known for his extensive research and numerous books on World War I and German military and political history. |
| Holger Bech Nielsen is a Danish theoretical physicist and professor emeritus at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where he began studying physics in 1961. |
| Holger Petersen is a Canadian businessman, record producer, and radio broadcaster known for founding the independent roots music record label Stony Plain Records in 1975. |
