First name Egon - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
15. July
Meaning
The male first name Egon originates from Old High German and means "the tip of a sword" or "the tip of a spear". The name is closely related to the Germanic god of war, Odin, who was also referred to as Egon. In Norse mythology, Egon was a brave warrior and protector. Nowadays, the name Egon is often associated with strength, courage, and determination.
Famous people with the first name Egon
- Prince Egon von Fürstenberg (Person)
- Egon Ronay (Writer)
- Egon Hanfstaengl (German art publisher)
- Egon Krenz (Politician)
- Egon Hostovský (Czech-Jewish writer)