Meaning: Uncertain; possibly wide warrior
The story
Vidar belongs to Norse mythology as a son of Odin. Its proposed elements concern width and a warrior, but the derivation remains tentative; the legendary association is more secure.
Spellings & variants
- Víðarr
- Widar
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Vidar comes from Norwegian and Old Norse.
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