"the loud one, the screamer"
Origin: Old Norse
Language: Old Norse
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The primordial giant from whom the world was made
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- Associated with a villain titan in Attack on Titan anime; parents who name their child Ymir should be aware of this popular pop culture association
The Story of Ymir
Ymir is the name of the primordial frost giant in Norse mythology, from whom the world itself was created. According to the Prose Edda (written by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE), Ymir was the first being to emerge from the void Ginnungagap, nourished by the cosmic cow Auðumbla. After Ymir was slain by the gods Odin, Vili, and Vé, his flesh became the earth, his blood the oceans, his bones the mountains, and his skull the sky. The name likely derives from Old Norse meaning 'the loud one' or 'the screamer,' possibly connected to Proto-Germanic roots meaning 'twin' or 'hermaphrodite.'
Ymir has seen a surge in interest globally thanks to the hugely popular anime and manga series 'Attack on Titan' (Shingeki no Kyojin), where Ymir is a significant character. This has introduced the name to millions of fans worldwide who may not have known its Norse origins. In Scandinavia, the name is historically known but rarely used as a given name, reserved more for its mythological context.
In Norse cosmology, Ymir is the most fundamental being — literally the substance of the world. This creation myth places Ymir at the absolute origin of existence, making the name one of immense cosmological weight. Scandinavian scholarship and the Viking revival in popular culture have renewed interest in Norse mythological names like Ymir, Thor, Freya, and Odin.
Historical Record
Ymir first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 46 babies have been named Ymir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ymir is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #5,866 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Norse mythology, Ymir was the first being, and the world was literally made from his body after the gods slew him
- The Swedish brand 'Ymer' (a fermented milk product) is named after this Norse giant
- Attack on Titan's character Ymir Fritz, based on this mythological figure, brought the name to millions of anime fans worldwide
Ymir in Other Languages
Danish
Ymer
Swedish
Ymer
Icelandic
Ýmir
Norwegian
Ymer
Old Norse
Ýmir
Popularity Over Time
#5,866
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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The primordial frost giant in Norse mythology, from whose body the gods created the world
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Major character in the anime/manga series Attack on Titan, inspired by Norse mythology
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,866
- Total SSA Count
- 16
- Cultural Origins
- Norse Scandinavian Germanic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ymir
What does the name Ymir mean?
"the loud one, the screamer" (from Old Norse). "twin, primordial being" (from Proto-Germanic). Ymir is the name of the primordial frost giant in Norse mythology, from whom the world itself was created. According to the Prose Edda (written by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE), Ymir was the first being to emerge from the void Ginnungagap, nourished by the cosmic cow Auðumbla. After Ymir was slain by the gods Odin, Vili, and Vé, his flesh became the earth, his blood the oceans, his bones the mountains, and his skull the sky. The name likely derives from Old Norse meaning 'the loud one' or 'the screamer,' possibly connected to Proto-Germanic roots meaning 'twin' or 'hermaphrodite.'
What is the origin of the name Ymir?
Ymir has Old Norse, Proto-Germanic, Norse, Scandinavian, and Germanic origins. In Old Norse, it means "the loud one, the screamer". In Proto-Germanic, it means "twin, primordial being".
Is Ymir a boy or girl name?
Ymir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5866. As a girl name, it is ranked #17663. Ymir is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ymir?
Ymir is currently ranked #5866 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Ymir?
Popular middle name pairings include Ymir Erik, Ymir Thor, Ymir Axel, Ymir Bjorn, Ymir Leif, and Ymir Ragnar.
What are good sibling names for Ymir?
Names that pair well with Ymir as siblings include Odin, Freya, Loki, Sigrid, Astrid, and Bjorn.
How many syllables does Ymir have?
Ymir has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Ymir a common or rare name?
Ymir is an uncommon name, ranked #5866 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Ymir
Ymir is a boy name with Norse, Scandinavian, and Germanic origins . The name means "the loud one, the screamer" in Old Norse .
Is Ymir a boy or girl name? Ymir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,866 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,663. Ymir is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ymir is currently ranked #5,866 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Ymir has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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