Eilifr

Eilifr is a given name of Old Norse origin. It is composed of two elements: "ei" meaning "ever" or "always," and "lifr" meaning "life." Therefore, the name Eilifr can be interpreted as "ever-living" or "eternal life." This name was used among Norse peoples, particularly during the Viking Age.

Historical figures bearing the name Eilifr are not widely prominent in surviving records, though it appears in various sagas and genealogical accounts. Its meaning suggests aspirations of longevity or a connection to mythological concepts of immortality. Like many Old Norse names, Eilifr reflects the cultural and linguistic landscape of the Germanic peoples of Northern Europe. The prevalence of such names declined with the Christianization of Scandinavia and the adoption of new naming conventions. Today, Eilifr is a rare name, more commonly encountered in historical contexts than in modern usage.