For women in Iceland, “dóttir” (“daughter” in English) is added to their father’s first name to mean “daughter of.” For example, if a man named Jón has a daughter named Anna, her full name would be Anna Jónsdóttir, meaning “Anna, daughter of Jón.” This unique tradition reflects a person’s immediate parentage rather than a fixed family surname. It honors where you come from and highlights a culture built on individuality, strength,identity, and heritage.

But “dóttir” is more than a naming tradition, it’s a testament to the strength of Icelandic women. Despite being a small nation, Iceland produces some of the world’s most resilient, determined, and high-performing athletes. Growing up in a landscape shaped by harsh weather, volcanic terrain, and long winters, Icelandic women learn early what it means not just to endure, but to rise. That spirit lives in Anníe Mist Þórisdóttir and Katrín Davíðsdóttir, two of Iceland’s most iconic athletes, who each earned the title of Fittest Woman on Earth in back-to-back years. Their stories embody the heart of our brand: women shaped by their environment, fueled by resilience, and commitment to lifting others.

At dóttir, we believe that our wellness drinks fuel strength and recovery today, while the dóttir Resilience Fund invests in the strength of tomorrow. The product builds resilience in the body; the mission builds resilience in the community. This is our why — to craft the cleanest, most intentional wellness drinks possible while creating lasting impact for generations to come.