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Born among the Northern Dúnedain and raised in Rivendell; later became King of all the Dúnedain
Family
Descended from the House of Isildur; founded his own house, known as Telcontar (which is Elvish for 'Strider')
Settlements
The name 'Strider' was used in the North, notably in Bree and the lands about
Meaning
Simply derived from his long stride when walking
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  • Updated 24 September 2008
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Strider

One of Aragorn’s many names

Arathorn II
Gilraen
Strider
(Aragorn)
Arwen
Eldarion
(unnamed
daughters)

A nickname given to Aragorn II Elessar by the people of northern Middle-earth (as for example at Bree) during his time as a Ranger.


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  • Updated 24 September 2008
  • Updates planned: 19

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