Meaning: Scandinavian and German form of Harold
The story
Harald belongs to the Harold name family and has been borne by Norwegian and Danish kings. The Scandinavian and German forms continue related older Germanic elements.
Nicknames
- Harry
- Hal
Spellings & variants
- Harold
- Haraldur
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Harald comes from Norwegian and Old Norse.
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Wild; swinging
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