Viggo

Viggo is a masculine given name of Scandinavian origin. It is most common in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, and has also been adopted by families in other parts of Europe and North America. The name has historical roots dating to medieval Scandinavia and is commonly linked to the Old Norse element vig, meaning "war" or "battle."

Notable bearers include the Danish painter Viggo Johansen (1851–1935) and the Danish politician Viggo Hørup (1836–1902), as well as the American-Danish actor Viggo Mortensen (born 1958), who helped popularize the name internationally after his performances, notably in The Lord of the Rings film series.

Today, Viggo remains in regular use in Scandinavian countries and is recognized in English-speaking contexts largely because of Mortensen. The name is typically given to boys and is considered to carry a classic, traditional resonance in Nordic naming patterns.