Trygve is a masculine given name most common in Norway. It is derived from the Old Norse element tryggr, meaning "trustworthy" or "true", cognate with Old English treowe and Old High German triuwe.Etymology and Historical ContextTrygve comes directly from the Old Norse adjective tryggr, reflecting virtues of reliability and faithfulness. Its Icelandic and Old Norse form is Tryggvi, while Swedish has the variant Tryggve. The name is structurally similar to the Gothic triggws, highlighting its deep roots in Germanic linguistic traditions. In Norse society, such names were chosen to embody desirable traits, especially trustworthiness in leaders and family.Notable BearersSeveral prominent Norwegians have borne the name Trygve. Possibly the most internationally known is Trygve Bratteli (1910–1984), a former Prime Minister of Norway, who served two terms (1971–1972 and 1973–1976). Another notable bearer is Trygve Lie (1896–1968), the first Secretary-General of the United Nations (1946–1952). Other notable individuals include Trygve Slagsvold Vedum (born 1978), a current Norwegian politician and leader of the Centre Party, and several athletes like the skier Trygve Berge (born 1932) and footballer Trygve Bornø (born 1942).Distribution and Cultural SignificanceAs of 2009, there were 5,951 men named Trygve in Norway, declining to 5,432 by November 2015. The name remains almost exclusively Norwegian, and its popularity has waned from its peak in the early 20th century. Similarly, the Icelandic form Tryggvi appears in Iceland but is rare globally.Key FactsMeaning: "trustworthy" or "true"Origin: Old Norse tryggrUsage: Almost exclusively NorwegianVariants: Tryggvi (Icelandic, Old Norse); Tryggve (Swedish)