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Ulf vs Fafnir

UlfFafnir
Meaning wolf dragon (mythological)
Origin norse norse
Gender Boy Boy
Pronunciation UULF FAHF-neer
Syllables 1 2

What does Ulf mean?

From the Old Norse 'ulfr', meaning 'wolf'. A common standalone name in medieval Scandinavia and the source of the '-ulf' ending in many Norse compound names.

What does Fafnir mean?

Old Norse Fafnir, the dwarf who turned into a dragon guarding a cursed hoard in the Volsung legend. Flag: this is the NAME OF a mythological dragon, not a common word meaning 'dragon'; its own etymology is not securely established, so it qualifies by being a famous dragon-bearer rather than by literal translation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ulf and Fafnir?

Ulf means wolf (norse origin), while Fafnir means dragon (mythological) (norse origin).