Eskil
Eskil is a Christian boy name of Old Norse origin, meaning “God's cauldron or helmet”.
| Meaning | God's cauldron or helmet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | ES-kil |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Sweden, Denmark, Norway |
Meaning and origin of Eskil
Eskil comes from the Old Norse Áskell, a short form of Ásketill, from áss, god, and ketill, cauldron or helmet. It has been used in Sweden since the Middle Ages and has had a modest revival recently. The Swedish town of Eskilstuna is named after him.
Is Eskil a Christian name?
St Eskil was an English missionary in Sweden in the eleventh century and is remembered as a martyr, giving the name Christian associations there.
How popular is Eskil?
Used in Sweden and Denmark, though not common.
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Spellings and variants of Eskil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eskil mean?
Eskil means 'God's cauldron or helmet'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Is Eskil a Christian name?
St Eskil was an English missionary in Sweden in the eleventh century and is remembered as a martyr, giving the name Christian associations there.
How do you pronounce Eskil?
Eskil is pronounced ES-kil.
Is Eskil a boy or girl name?
Eskil is usually a boy name.