Popularity: 779
Origin: German
Meaning: battler or warrior
Gunner is a boy's name of German origin. It means "battler" or "warrior" and is a variant of Gunther. Gunnar Hámundarson was an Icelandic chieftain and skilled fighter believed to have fought in many Viking battles throughout the 10th century. With a name like Gunner, you can encourage baby to be fierce and brave when faced with life's challenges. Perhaps these admiral sentiments inspired The Killers' front-man, Brandon Flowers, to name his second son Gunnar in 2009.