Dag Hammarskjöld was a Swedish economist, jurist, diplomat. He served as the UN secretary general from 1953 to 1961. He was the son of Hjalmar Hammarskjöld, who served as Prime Minister of Sweden from 1914 to 1917.
It's a good name, has a nice meaning. But it wouldn't work in Australia as the word "Dag" is slang for a messy, unkempt person. Just a heads up for Scandinavian parents living in Australia!
Though it's pronounced differently, "dag" is an Australian slang term for a person who dresses unfashionably or sloppily. It's a very casual insult, and is often used with some affection.
Usage: Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, English (Modern)Pronounced: DANG (Swedish), DOW (Danish), DAG (English)It is also a diminutive of DAGGETT and names with this element.
How is the word/name "Dag" too close to fag? You are very immature if this is your first association. I wonder if people even look at name meanings and try pronouncing before posting such foolish and childish comments. I get it, you're obviously American, but I'm sure you can do it if you *try*. And fag isn't a bad word either. I hope you aren't trying to push religious views on a naming site, as that'd be stupid.