High son
Derived from the Old Norse name Hákon, combining the elements 'há' meaning high or eminent and 'konr' meaning son or descendant. It has been a traditional name for Norwegian royalty for over a millennium.
Less common today
Haakon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,610 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Heir apparent to the throne of Norway
King of Norway who led resistance during WWII
Ruler of Norway in the late 10th century
Norwegian businessman and member of the royal family
