Trygve

boyOld Norse

Trygve is an boy name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Trustworthy, true”.

MeaningTrustworthy, true
GenderBoy
OriginOld Norse
PronunciationTRIG-veh
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inNorway, Iceland, Sweden

Meaning and origin of Trygve

Trygve comes from Old Norse Tryggvi, from tryggr 'true, faithful, trustworthy'. King Olaf Tryggvason, who brought Christianity to Norway around the year 1000, was named as the son of a Tryggvi. In the twentieth century the Norwegian politician Trygve Lie became the first Secretary-General of the United Nations. The Icelandic form remains Tryggvi.

Is Trygve a religious name?

Trygve itself has no religious meaning, though it is linked through King Olaf Tryggvason to Norway's conversion.

How popular is Trygve?

A traditional Norwegian name, used steadily in small numbers.

Gifts with the name Trygve

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Spellings and variants of Trygve

TryggveTryggvi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Trygve mean?

Trygve means 'Trustworthy, true'. It is of Old Norse origin.

Does Trygve have a religious meaning?

Trygve itself has no religious meaning, though it is linked through King Olaf Tryggvason to Norway's conversion.

How do you pronounce Trygve?

Trygve is pronounced TRIG-veh.

Is Trygve a boy or girl name?

Trygve is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.