Viggo
Meaning of Viggo
The name Viggo is a strong and distinctive male name with Scandinavian origins. Pronounced as VEE-go (/ˈvi.go/), it carries a sense of vigor and vitality, which is fitting given its meaning related to war or battle. The name has seen various levels of popularity in the United States over the years, with a noticeable increase in recent times. For instance, in 2023, there were 88 newborns named Viggo, placing it at rank 1808. This upward trend highlights its growing appeal among parents seeking a unique yet culturally rich name for their sons. The variation Vigo offers an alternative spelling while maintaining the same robust essence. Notably, the name Viggo has been popularized by notable figures such as actor Viggo Mortensen, adding a touch of Hollywood charisma to its already compelling heritage.
Pronunciation
Scandinavian
- Pronunced as VEE-go (/ˈvi.go/)
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Notable People Named Viggo
| Viggo Peter Mortensen Jr. is an American actor known for his roles in films such as Witness, The Indian Runner, Carlito's Way, and A Perfect Murder. |
| Viggo Stuckenberg - Viggo Henrik Fog Stuckenberg was a Danish poet known for his emotional and lyrical poems, and he had friendships with notable figures in Danish literature. |
| Viggo Jensen was a Danish football player who played for Hull City and won a bronze medal for Denmark at the 1948 Summer Olympics. |
| Olfert Viggo Fischer Kampmann was a Danish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Denmark from 1960 to 1962 and was the leader of the Danish Social Democrats. |
| Harald Viggo Hansteen was a Norwegian lawyer who was executed during the Occupation of Norway by Nazi Germany. |
| Viggo Fausböll - Michael Viggo Fausboll was a Danish educator, translator, orientalist, and linguist known for his pioneering work in Pāli scholarship. |
| Viggo Stoltenberg-Hansen is a Swedish mathematician and logician known for his expertise in domain theory and recursion theory, and he is a professor at Uppsala University. |
