Asger

Asger is a predominantly Danish language masculine given name derived from the Old Norse elements Æsir or ás, meaning "gods" and geirr, meaning "spear".

Individuals bearing the name Asger include: Asger Aaboe (1922–2007), Danish historian of the exact sciences and mathematician Asger Christensen (born 1958), Danish politician Asger Lund Christiansen (1927–1998), Danish cellist and composer Asger Hamerik, also Hammerich, (1843–1923), Danish composer of classical music Asger Jorn (1914–1973), Danish painter, sculptor, ceramic artist, and author Asger Ostenfeld (1866–1931), Danish civil engineer Asger Sørensen (born 1996), Danish footballer Asger Svendsen, Danish professor music, performer of bassoon, woodwind and chamber music