Write Your Name in Runes – Free Viking Rune Translator (Elder & Younger Futhark)

How to Write Your Name in Runes

Writing your name in runes is simple — but choosing the correct runic alphabet matters.

This tool lets you instantly convert letters into Elder Futhark or Younger Futhark, the two most important Viking-era rune systems.

Just type your name above and the converter shows the runic version automatically.

Elder Futhark: The Oldest Runic Alphabet

Elder Futhark (150–800 AD) is the original 24-rune system used across Scandinavia and Northern Europe.

It is the most popular choice today for:

• tattoos
• jewelry inscriptions
• magical symbolism
• spiritual practices
• historical study
  

Each rune has a deep meaning. Examples:

• ᚠ Fehu — Wealth, prosperity
• ᚢ Uruz — Strength, raw power
• ᚦ Thurisaz — Protection, conflict
• ᚨ Ansuz — Communication, Odin
• ᚲ Kenaz — Fire, knowledge
• ᚹ Wunjo — Joy, harmony
  

For personalized jewelry and meaningful designs, Elder Futhark is the best and most widely used option — this is the system we work with for our custom pieces.

Younger Futhark: The Viking Age Alphabet

Younger Futhark (800–1100 AD) is the simplified 16-rune alphabet used during the Viking Age.

This is the system carved on:

• rune stones
• Viking artifacts
• historical inscriptions
• Icelandic manuscripts
  

Unlike Elder Futhark, Younger Futhark was the everyday writing system of real Vikings.

Its simplicity and unique shapes make it striking, authentic, and powerful in design.

Many people choose Younger Futhark for:

• historically accurate Viking inscriptions
• minimalist rune aesthetics
• cultural or era-specific symbolism

We also offer custom designs in Younger Futhark, so you can select the runic style that fits your meaning and aesthetic the most — historical Viking simplicity or the deeper symbolic Elder tradition.

Should I Use Elder or Younger Futhark for My Name?

Both are correct. Choose based on purpose:

• Runes Tattoo - Elder Futhark (clear symbols, deeper meaning)
• Viking-era accuracy - Younger Futhark
• Jewelry engraving - Elder or Younger
• Magical symbolism - Elder Futhark
• Modern names - Either system
  

Examples of Names Written in Runes

Here are a few examples using our tool:

• Odin → ᚨᛞᛁᚾ (Elder Futhark form)
• Freya → ᚠᚱᛖᛃᚨ
• Bjorn → ᛒᛁᚬᚱᚾ (Younger Futhark)
  

You can try any name in any language.

Rune Meanings Matter — Choose Symbols with Intention

Runes are not just letters. Each symbol represents:

• a force of nature
• a divine concept
• a magical principle
• an ancestral belief
  

When writing a name, people often select runes with meanings that reflect personality or destiny.

Want Viking Jewelry or Clothing With Your Runes?

We can engrave your Elder or Younger Futhark runes on handcrafted Viking jewelry or make a customized clothing for You.

Popular personalized pieces:

• Custom Name in Runes Bracelet
• Rune Necklace – Choose Your Symbol
• Viking Axe Hoodie with Runes
• Name in Runes T-Shirt
  

👉 If you want us to engrave the exact runes you get from this tool, contact us — we’ll create a personalized Viking piece for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rune translator accurate?

It uses the standard letter-to-rune transliteration method accepted by historians and runologists.

It’s accurate for names, tattoos, jewelry, and everyday use.

Can I use this for tattoo designs?

Yes — Elder Futhark is the most popular choice for tattoo inscriptions.

Do runes represent sounds or meanings?

Runes represent sounds, but each symbol also carries a meaning.

This makes them powerful for both writing and symbolism.

Are runes magical?

Historically, yes — the Norse used runes in spells, divination, and protective talismans.

Today, they are often used symbolically in jewelry and modern spirituality.