Algar

Gender Masculine
Usage English (Rare)
Pronounced Pron. /ˈæl.ɡɑɹ/(American English) /ˈæl.ɡɑː/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Means "elf spear" from Old English ælf "elf" and gar "spear". This Old English name was rarely used after the Norman Conquest, being absorbed by similar-sounding names and Norman and Scandinavian cognates. It was briefly revived in the 19th century.

Related Names

Rootsælf + gar
Other Languages & CulturesÆlfgar(Anglo-Saxon)
Surname DescendantAlger(English)
User SubmissionAlgar

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Categories

elven folk, elves, rare English, weapons
Entry updated December 1, 2024