♀ Name Askja – Volcano

Q: What does the name Askja mean?

The feminine name Askja can be interpreted to mean 'volcano.' However, the Icelandic word 'askja' actually translates to 'box,' as it is also used to refer to calderas in Iceland. These are large volcanic craters that are named for their box-like shape.

Origin:	Icelandic
Meaning:	Volcano, box
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The feminine name Askja is of Icelandic origin and is the name of a volcano in Iceland.

Where does the name Askja come from?

Askja is an Icelandic feminine name. It is the name of a volcano located in the Vatnajökull National Park in Iceland.

What does the name Askja mean?

The feminine name Askja can be interpreted to mean “volcano.” However, the Icelandic word “askja” actually translates to “box,” as it is also used to refer to calderas in Iceland. These are large volcanic craters that are named for their box-like shape.

Word composition

Icelandic “askja” = box

Pronunciation of Askja

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Popularity of the name Askja

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