YngviFreyr

YngviFreyr is a term used in some discussions of Norse mythology to denote the close identification or fusion of two figures: Yngvi, the legendary forefather of the Yngling dynasty, and Freyr, the fertility and kingship god of the Vanir. The compound name appears primarily in scholarly and popular retellings to indicate that the two names may refer to a single deity or to closely linked aspects of sovereignty, wealth, and fertility.

Origins and identification: In the medieval sources, particularly the Prose Edda and the Ynglinga Saga, Yngvi is presented as the founder of the Swedish royal line and is often associated with Freyr. Some passages suggest an equation or assimilation of Yngvi with Freyr, while others preserve them as distinct figures who share cultic roles. Because of these variations, YngviFreyr is not a single, universally defined figure but a construct used to discuss overlapping traditions.

Worship and symbolism: The god is associated with royal rites, harvest prosperity, peace, and abundance. In literature, Freyr’s symbols—such as the boar Gullinbursti and the ship Skidbladnir—are commonly linked to YngviFreyr as marks of sovereignty and wealth.

See also: Freyr; Yngvi; Yngling dynasty; Norse mythology.

Note: The term is not consistently used across sources and reflects interpretive or editorial choices rather than a standalone, uniformly attested deity.