What Does the Name Ketil Mean
The name Ketil comes from Norwegian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ketil below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ketil Name Meaning
NorwegianFrom the Old Norse name Ketill meaning "kettle, cauldron" (later also acquiring the meaning "helmet"). In old Scandinavian rituals the ketill was used to catch the blood of sacrificed animals.
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