Reidar Name Meaning
The name Reidar comes from Norwegian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Reidar below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Reidar Name Meaning
NorwegianFrom the Old Norse name Hreiðarr which was derived from the elements hreiðr "nest, home" and arr "warrior".
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