What Does the Name Loki Mean
The name Loki comes from Norse Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Loki below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Loki Name Meaning
Norse MythologyMeaning unknown, possibly derived from the Indo-European root *leug meaning "to break". In Norse legend Loki was a trickster god associated with magic and fire. Over time he became more and more evil,...
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What does the name Loki mean?
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