Magne (given name)

Magne is a Norwegian masculine given name of Norse origin, meaning "mighty" or "fierce warrior". In Norse mythology, Magni was the son of Thor. People with the name include:


 * Magne Aarøen (1944 - 2003), Norwegian politician
 * Magne Furuholmen (born November 1, 1962, Oslo), is best known as the guitarist/keyboardist in a-ha
 * Magne Havnå(1963 – 2004), Norwegian professional boxer
 * Magne Hoseth (born 1980), Norwegian footballer
 * Magne Johansen (born 1965), Norwegian ski jumper
 * Magne Lerheim (1929 - 1994), Norwegian politician
 * Magne Lystad (1932 - 1999), Norwegian orienteer
 * Magne Myrmo (born 1943), Norwegian cross-country skier
 * Magne Skodvin (1915 - 2004), Norwegian historian
 * Magne Sturød (born 1979), Norwegian footballer
 * Magne Thomassen (born 1941), Norwegian speed skater