Namor
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The Story of Namor
He is the first mutant, a king from the ocean depths, a proud prince of an ancient realm.
Namor is an anglicized Atlantean name, famously known as 'The Sub-Mariner' in Marvel Comics, Prince Namor McKenzie. His name is sometimes linked to Norse roots meaning 'name' or simply 'son of McKenzie' in his comic origins.
For your son, this name suggests a regal spirit, a powerful presence that commands respect and possesses an independent will. You see a child with a proud bearing, who will carve his own path with unwavering conviction.
What It Means
“In Marvel Comics, Namor is the anglicized form of the Atlantean name 'Namor McKenzie', meaning 'son of McKenzie' or possibly related to Norse 'namar' (name).”
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Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Namor McKenzie
The Sub-Mariner, Marvel Comics' aquatic mutant.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#14 in 2023
Total Births
19
First Recorded
2023
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