Harald

Harald is a common Scandinavian name that has been borne by several historical figures of note. The name is derived from Old Norse elements meaning "army" and "ruler" or "leader".

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The name Harald is derived from the Old Norse elements "heri", meaning "army", and "valdr", meaning "ruler" or "leader". It has been a popular name in Scandinavia for centuries, and has been borne by several kings and other notable figures.

Notable people named Harald[edit | edit source]

There have been several notable people named Harald throughout history. Some of these include:

Harald Fairhair, often considered the first King of Norway
Harald Hardrada, King of Norway from 1046 to 1066
Harald Bluetooth, King of Denmark and Norway in the late 10th century
Harald V of Norway, the current King of Norway

In popular culture[edit | edit source]

The name Harald has also been used in various works of fiction and popular culture. For example, it is the name of a character in the video game series The Elder Scrolls.

See also[edit | edit source]

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