Groa
Groa is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Growing”.
| Meaning | Growing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | GROH-ah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Iceland |
Meaning and origin of Groa
Gróa comes from the Old Norse verb gróa, to grow. In Snorri's Prose Edda, Gróa is a wise woman who tries to remove a whetstone from Thor's head with her spells. The name was used in medieval Iceland and survives there today. In Icelandic the name is written Gróa, with an accent marking the long o.
Is Groa a religious name?
Gróa is a figure from Norse myth, not a saint or deity of any modern religion.
How popular is Groa?
Rare, found mainly in Iceland.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Groa mean?
Groa means 'Growing'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Groa have a religious meaning?
Gróa is a figure from Norse myth, not a saint or deity of any modern religion.
How do you pronounce Groa?
Groa is pronounced GROH-ah.
Is Groa a boy or girl name?
Groa is usually a girl name.