Laufey Name Meaning & Origin
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Laufey is of Old Norse origin, composed of 'lauf' meaning 'leaf' and 'ey' meaning 'island' or 'grassy place'. It is a name from Norse mythology, referring to a giantess and the mother of Loki. The name has persisted in Icelandic and Scandinavian cultures as a feminine given name.
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Icelandic (Icelandic) 74% -
Norwegian (Norwegian) 16% -
Swedish (Swedish) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Laufey
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Laufey
Famous Laufey includes Laufey Jonsdottir, an Icelandic singer-songwriter; Laufey is also a character in Norse mythology, a giantess and mother of Loki; Laufey is a contemporary Icelandic cellist and composer.
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Laufey in the US (SSA Data):
Laufey Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.