Hróar

hRO-ar; RO-ar

Icelandic cognate of Roger

"famous warrior, famous spear"

Hróar Origin and Meaning

The name Hróar is a boy's name meaning "famous warrior, famous spear".

An Icelandic relation of Roger, Hróar is derived from the Old Norse element hróðr meaning "fame". combined with either herr meaning "warrior" or "geirr meaning "spear". English speakers might find the pronunciation unintuitive at first, but it is said as RO-ar, with a slightly audible H sound at the beginning.

Also used in Norway, spelled Hroar or Roar, notable bearers include enamel artist and jeweler Hroar Prydz, and Olympic speed skater Hroar Elvenes.