Folke

Meaning & origin

Folke is a masculine given name from Scandinavia. It derives from the Old Norse name *Folki* and carries the sense of “people” or “war band.” Notable individuals with this name include Folke Bernadotte, a Swedish count and diplomat, and Folke Strømholm, a Norwegian composer.

First names similar to Folke

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Famous people with the first name Folke

• Folke Bernadotte Swedish officer and philanthropist
• Folke the Fat Person
• Folke Frölén Swedish event rider
• Folke K. Skoog Athlete
• Folke Brundin Person

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