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Runic Letter Algiz Eolhx Letter

ᛉ (U+16C9) is the runic letter Algiz, also referred to as Eolhx.

U+16C9

ᛉ is a single runic character from the Unicode “Runic” block. It is commonly known as the Runic Letter Algiz and is also listed as Eolhx. Use it in design, typography, or writing where you want a short runic mark.

Runic Letter Algiz Eolhx Letter Meaning

ᛉ is the Unicode character named “RUNIC LETTER ALGIZ EOLHX” (U+16C9). In runic character sets, Algiz is often treated as a symbolic letter rather than a standalone modern “emoji” meaning. People use it as a stylistic runic letter in decorative text, logos, and headings. Because runes are frequently referenced in modern media, you may also see ᛉ used to evoke a Nordic or archaic aesthetic, though any specific interpretation can vary depending on the rune-row tradition or the author’s context. For most practical uses, it’s best approached as a distinct runic letter for typographic and visual effects.

Common uses

  • •Decorative headings or titles in posters and album art
  • •Runic-style usernames, branding marks, or logo text
  • •Adding a short rune letter to fantasy writing or worldbuilding
  • •Creating themed social media posts and graphic captions
  • •Typography experiments that require precise Unicode characters

Examples

ᛉ Runic Letter Algiz (Eolhx)

  • ᛉᛉ runic mark
  • ᛉUse ᛉ in your design
  • ᛉᛉ—algiz eolhx
  • ᛉToday’s symbol: ᛉ
  • ᛉᛉ copy and paste

Variations

Technical codes

UnicodeU+16C9
HTML Entityᛉ
HTML Codeᛉ
CSS\16C9
Alt CodeAlt + 5833
Decimal5833

How to type Runic Letter Algiz Eolhx Letter (ᛉ)

On Windows

Hold Alt and type 5833 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 16C9 then press Alt + X.

On Mac

Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 16C9. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.

On Linux

Press Control + Shift + U, type 16c9, then press Enter or Space.

Anywhere

Copy ᛉ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.

FAQ

What does the Runic Letter Algiz Eolhx letter mean?

ᛉ is the Unicode character named “RUNIC LETTER ALGIZ EOLHX” (U+16C9). In runic character sets, Algiz is often treated as a symbolic letter rather than a standalone modern “emoji” meaning. People use it as a stylistic runic letter in decorative text, logos, and headings. Because runes are frequently referenced in modern media, you may also see ᛉ used to evoke a Nordic or archaic aesthetic, though any specific interpretation can vary depending on the rune-row tradition or the author’s context. For most practical uses, it’s best approached as a distinct runic letter for typographic and visual effects.

What Unicode character is ᛉ?

ᛉ is Unicode code point U+16C9, with the Unicode name “RUNIC LETTER ALGIZ EOLHX”.

How can I copy ᛉ quickly?

Copy the character directly from this page (ᛉ) or paste using the provided HTML entity: ᛉ.

Does ᛉ have a single fixed modern meaning?

It’s best understood as a runic letter. Any specific interpretation can depend on the tradition or context, but for most modern use it’s primarily used as a distinctive runic character.

Will ᛉ display correctly on all devices?

Display depends on the font support for the Runic block. If it doesn’t render, try a font that includes runic glyphs.