Old Norse · Swedish

Saga

Pronounced SAH-guhShare

Meaning: Story; mythological derivation uncertain

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Saga can come from the Scandinavian word for a story or tale. The goddess Sága may have a separate connection with seeing, but that etymology is uncertain and should not replace the literary meaning.

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Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Saga comes from Old Norse and Swedish.

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Fairy tale; fable

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