246 Swedish Baby Names With Meanings

Enchanting names from the land of lakes for your bundle of joy.

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Swedish baby names have gained global appeal due to their elegance and simplicity. The land is home to some beautiful, sweet, and adorable baby names you'll ever hear. Most popular names in America have Swedish variations, albeit with a Scandinavian flair. In Sweden, the baby is given one or more given names and a surname. Sweden is quite strict when it comes to names. There's a Swedish naming law that approves the names desired by parents. Parents must submit a form with the desired name within three months of the child's birth. The first name will not be approved if it can cause embarrassment to the child in the future or if they are not suitable as first names. This law was passed in 1982 to prevent non-aristocratic families from giving their children names reserved for noble and aristocratic families. The following year, the law was revised to allow men to adopt their wife's or partner's name and women to adopt their husband's name. The Swedish government relaxed its rule in 2016 and will enable people to change their name as often as they wish (1). Various elements inspire Swedish baby names. Norse mythology plays a considerable role while choosing names. Names like Freya and Alvis find favor because of their positive associations with mythology. Moreover, Sweden's world-famous nature is a constant inspiration for baby names. Arvid and Svea describe the country and its beauties. Historical names such as Erik and Isabella always find a place in Swedish society. Swedish literature has also contributed several names, such as Ronja and Smilla, to Swedish parents. In recent years, celebrities have turned the spotlight on Swedish names. Ingrid Bergman, Alicia Vikander, Alexander Skarsgård, and Dolph Lundgren are Swedish actors who have made a mark in Hollywood. Let's look at some of the most famous Swedish names ever. We have arranged the names according to their traditional gender usage and meaning to help you pick the perfect Swedish baby name.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Acke	Boy	My father is for peace
Adahlia	Girl	A noble person; A flower
Adam	Boy	Son of the Earth
Affton	Girl	Afternoon or evening; From the river Afton
Agata	Girl	One who is good at heart and mind; Pure; Kind; Gentle; A nature lover
Agda	Girl	A kind-hearted person with good relationship-building qualities and zealous for perfection
Alesso	Boy	Noble; Strong; Defender
Alexander	Boy	Defender of mankind
Alice	Girl	Noble; Kind
Alicia	Girl	Noble

Alvinia	Girl	Dearly loved white individual
Ame	Boy	Eagle
Andreas	Boy	Manly and strong
Andrine	Girl	Female form of Andreas; a defender of men
Aninna	Girl	Answer my prayer; God has favored me; One who rules over heaven and earth
Annali	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow
Annalies	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow; A variant of Annali
Annaliese	Girl	Grace; Favor; My God is an oath
Annalisa	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow; A variant of Annali
Anneli	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow; A variant of Annali

Annelie	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow; A variant of Annali
Anneline	Girl	God is gracious; He has answered the prayers
Annelis	Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful Meadow; A variant of Annali; Grace; Favor
Annelisa	Girl	Graced with God's bounty; Favor; Beautiful; Graceful meadow; A variant of Annali; Grace; Favor
Annely	Girl	God was gracious; God has shown favor; Pure; Chaste; Grace; A variation of Anna
Annica	Girl	Sweetness of Face; Favor; Grace; A variant of Anna
Annika	Girl	Beautiful; Grace; Favor
Aron	Boy	Teaching; Singing
Astrid	Girl	Godly strength
Atalie	Girl	Pure

Aurela	Girl	A beautiful golden dawn; royal throne
Axelina	Girl	Defender of men
Baldhere	Boy	A bold and courageous army
Bele	Girl	One who roars
Bim	Girl	A mighty woman of the ocean; Sea
Blida	Girl	A very gentle woman
Bobba	Girl	A woman who is a famous light
Bodil	Girl	One who finds remedy in a battle
Boje	Boy	A man who comes from the castle
Bore	Boy	He is like the north wind

Bosse	Boy	Swedish - To Live
Bota	Boy	A remedy or compensation
Botild	Boy	He who is very commanding
Brictwen	Boy	Bright friend
Brigetta	Girl	A very strong female
Brite	Girl	A British person
Brodin	Unisex	Strong, mighty, brave
Caj	Boy	Joyful individual
Calle	Boy	A man who is free
Caren	Girl	A genuine and pure woman

Carin	Girl	Beloved; Pure
Caspian	Boy	White
Cenn	Boy	The one with a strong head
Christana	Girl	One who follows the preachings of Jesus Christ
Christer	Boy	One who is Christian by religion
Claes	Boy	Derived from the name Nicholas; One who was a helpful bishop from the 14th century; Vctory of the people
Daavid	Boy	A beloved friend
Didrik	Boy	One who has the power to rule people
Dolph	Boy	Noble wolf
Duve	Girl	The one with a thrilling personality

Ebba	Girl	Strong
Edeltrud	Girl	One who has massive superior strength
Edrit	Girl	They are talented and kind hearted
Effe	Girl	Well spoken; One who tells the truth
Egefride	Girl	A peace loving individual who is blessed
Egelfride	Girl	One who is filled with harmony and calmness
Egonia	Boy	Edge of a sword
Ehrenfried	Boy	Peace and harmony loving being
Eidef	Boy	A wealthy gift from the god almighty
Eija	Girl	Happy and bright person who is studious natured

Eiji	Girl	Loved and independent being
Eilhard	Boy	Edge of sword; Hardy and loves fellow men
Eina	Girl	A guardian of prosperity; Beautiful eyes
Einar	Boy	The one and only warrior
Eldis	Girl	One who is filled with joy
Eleonora	Girl	Shining bright light coming from above
Elfred	Boy	An efficient and popular human being
Elias	Boy	One who believes Yahweh is the Lord
Elimar	Boy	A famous and noble personality
Elin	Girl	Bright; Shining; Sunbeam

Elisabet	Girl	Devoted to God; My God is an oath
Ella	Girl	Beautiful light; Goddess
Elling	Boy	One who is the descendant of a chief
Elof	Boy	One who is always and everlasting; heir
Elvan	Girl	Colours
Elvinia	Girl	Elfin
Embla	Girl	First woman on Earth
Emeliana	Girl	To continually strive; Excel against a rival
Emelie	Girl	Someone who is striving; Eager to excel when faced in difficult situations against a rival
Emil	Boy	Rival

Emma	Girl	Whole; Universal
Engelard	Boy	Brave and illuminating like light
Engla	Girl	Angel
Erny	Girl	Serious; Determined
Errika	Girl	One who rules eternally
Eugen	Boy	Well born; Noble by birth
Eyvind	Boy	The winner of the islands
Filippa	Girl	A horse's companion; inspirational being
Finnick	Boy	Person from Fenwick; Marshland farm
Flor	Boy	Flower; Flourishing

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Swedish baby names have attained global popularity due to their elegance. It is common to find these names in use in several English-speaking countries. Swedes use Norse mythology, history, and nature as inspirations for choosing baby names. Swedish baby names also may describe positive qualities in a person. Choosing a Swedish baby name for your little one can instantly add a Scandinavian flair to the bearer.

Infographic: Scintillating Swedish Baby Names

Swedish baby names are known for their elegance and simplicity. It is no surprise, therefore, that these names are used in several countries around the world, including several English-speaking countries. If you are looking for charming names for your little one, take a look at this infographic for some amazing Swedish baby names to consider.

sophisticated swedish names for your sweet baby (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the names of princesses in Sweden?

Some names borne by Swedish princesses are Catherine (meaning pure), Anna (favor, grace), Sophia (queen), Elizabeth (God is my oath), and Sigrid (victory).

2. Do Swedish names often have a connection to nature or the environment?

Yes, many Swedish names can be associated with nature and the environment. This can be seen in Swedish last names as well. They can be derived from plants, animals or the Earth’s topography. Some examples are Adam meaning son of the Earth, Affton derived from the river Afton, Ame, which means eagle, and Aron means tall mountains or mountains of strength.

3. Can Swedish names be used by people who are not of Swedish descent?

Yes, people who are not of Swedish descent can use Swedish names. But it is important to remember that while choosing names that belong to a different culture, it is necessary to respect and honor the cultural significance and pronunciations of the name.

4. What are some Swedish names that have a royal connection?

Some Swedish names that have a direct connection to the Swedish monarchy include Olof or Olov, which means ancestor’s legacy, Anund means ancestor’s victor, Halsten means rock, Inge is derived from the Germanic god Ing, and Gustaf, which means staff of the Geats.

References

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Sweden: New Law Regulating Names Adopted.
https://www.loc.gov/item/global-legal-monitor/2016-12-15/sweden-new-law-regulating-names-adopted/

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