Snorri

Snorri is a masculine first name from Iceland with Old Norse origins. The name either derives from the Old Norse term snerra, which means 'attack, assault,' and can thus be interpreted as 'the attacker.'

What does the name Snorri mean?

Snorri is an Icelandic boy's name that has its roots in the Old Norse language. It may either derive from the Old Norse word snerra, which means 'attack, assault,' thus carrying the meaning 'the attacker.' Alternatively, it could also be derived from the Old Norse verb snúa, which means 'to turn, twist, wind,' and could then be interpreted as 'the agile one' or 'the nimble one.' Snorri is among the relatively common Icelandic first names. A well-known bearer of this name is the Icelandic poet Snorri Sturluson (1179-1241). In Norway, the popular variant Snorre can also be found.

Where does the name Snorri come from?

The name Snorri has its roots in the Old Norse language and carries the meanings 'the attacker' or 'the agile one.'

How do you pronounce Snorri?

Sno-ree

Popularity

In Germany, Snorri is a rather rare first name. In 2014, it ranked 3,829th in the list of the most common male first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name Snorri was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has been named this name. Information on the global popularity and rankings of Snorri in various countries is also available.

Famous people

• Snorri Einarsson (American skier)
• Snorri Gudjonsson (Icelandic handball player)
• Snorri Hergill Kristjansson (Icelandic writer)
• Snorri Hjartarson (Icelandic writer)
• Snorri Snorrason (Icelandic singer)
• Snorri Sturluson (Old Icelandic poet and historian)