Icelandic politician (1910-1983)
1910 — 1983
Quick Facts
Profession
Icelandic politician (1910-1983)
Born
December 29, 1910
Died
1983 (age ~73)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
lawyer, politician, diplomat
1910
Born in Reykjavík (1910-12-29)
1947
PositionMayor of Reykjavík (1947–1959)
1947
AwardKnight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav
1959
PositionMinister of Finance of Iceland (1959–1965)
1961
AwardKnight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav
1974
PositionMinister of Social Affairs (1974–1978)
Frequently Asked Questions
Gunnar Thoroddsen is Icelandic politician (1910-1983). Born in 1910.
The name Gunnar means "a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
Gunnar Thoroddsen was born on December 29, 1910.
Gunnar Thoroddsen died in 1983, at approximately 73 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.
The name Gunnar is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gunnar — December 29, 1910
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Would you name your baby Gunnar?
Guestbook
You changed the map. Literally.
— a voter
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Wrote my thesis on your legacy. Still not sure what to think.
— political science student
Actions
1974
PositionMinister of Industry of Iceland (1974–1978)
1980
PositionPrime Minister of Iceland (1980–1983)
1983
Died in Reykjavík