Historical FigureDanish1170 – 1241
Valdemar II of Denmark
Medieval King of Denmark, established the Dannebrog flag, expanded Baltic dominance
Biography
Known as Valdemar the Conqueror, he was a 13th-century King of Denmark who further expanded Danish territorial dominance and military power. He is regarded as one of Denmark's greatest medieval sovereigns.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
Danish
Born
1170
Died
1241
Thinking about the name
Valdemar
Germanic origin
“A royal Germanic name combining val- (power) with the Old Germanic mar (famous), Valdemar literally means 'powerful and famous.' This name was borne by multiple Danish and German monarchs and carries historical gravitas, appealing to parents seeking authentic European royalty and heritage.”