| Gender | Male / Female |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Germany |
| Meaning | "mighty" or "fierce warrior" |
| Region of origin | Norwegian |
Magne is a Norwegian masculine given name of Norse origin, meaning "mighty" or "fierce warrior". In Norse mythology, Magni was the son of Thor. People with the name include:[1]
- Magne Aarøen (1944 - 2003), Norwegian politician
- Magne Furuholmen (born November 1, 1962, Oslo), is best known as the guitarist/keyboardist in a-ha
- Magne Havnå(1963 – 2004), Norwegian professional boxer
- Magne Hoseth (born 1980), Norwegian footballer
- Magne Johansen (born 1965), Norwegian ski jumper
- Magne Lerheim (1929 - 1994), Norwegian politician
- Magne Lystad (1932 - 1999), Norwegian orienteer
- Magne Myrmo (born 1943), Norwegian cross-country skier
- Magne Skodvin (1915 - 2004), Norwegian historian
- Magne Sturød (born 1979), Norwegian footballer
- Magne Thomassen (born 1941), Norwegian speed skater
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