Gandalf.
A male given name from the Germanic languages known in history, and in the books of Tolkien, but not usually bestowed on children.
Meaning & usage
A male given name from the Germanic languages known in history, and in the books of Tolkien, but not usually bestowed on children.
Where this word comes from
From Old Norse mythology Gandalfr (“elf familiar”). It may be reinforced by various similar names in Medieval Latin, like a few saints and clergymen.
A fictional or figurative wizard, especially an old man.
Where this word comes from
From the character in the Lord of the Rings series.
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