Swedish Names

Pelle

Scandinavian variation of Peter, Greek

"rock, stone"

Pelle is one of several possible Peter-related Scandinavian choices. In Swedish or Norwegian, the name Pelle rhymes roughly with Ella.

Peppar

Peppar is an uncommon masculine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Pepper, which itself began as an English surname derived from the spice. This distinctive spelling adds a unique…

Reinhold

Reinhold is a masculine name of Germanic origin meaning 'wise ruler' or 'counsel ruler,' derived from the elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (rule). This traditional name has deep historical roots…

Rolle

Rolle is a masculine name with Germanic and Scandinavian origins. It likely developed as a diminutive form of names containing the element 'Rod' or 'Roland,' meaning 'famous land' or 'famous…

Rickert

Rickert is a masculine name of Germanic origin, functioning as a variant of Richard or as a surname that has transitioned to first-name usage. The name combines the Germanic elements "ric" meaning…

Rickard

Rickard is a Germanic and Scandinavian variation of Richard, a classic masculine name composed of elements meaning "powerful" and "brave ruler." This particular spelling is especially common in…

Roffe

Roffe is a masculine name with Scandinavian origins, particularly Swedish and Norwegian. It likely developed as a variant or diminutive of Rolf, which combines the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and…

Simson

Simson is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Simpson, which originated as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Simon.' Simon itself comes from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning 'he…

Sten

Swedish

"a stone"

Once a short form of names containing this syllable, it is now used on its own, though we'd prefer Sven.

Stig

Swedish

"wanderer"

Like Stian, a more manageable short form of the unwieldy Srigandr, but with a less euphonic sound. Stig Larsson is a successful Swedish novelist, not to be confused with the even more successful late…

Torkel

Torkel is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, derived from 'Þórkell' or 'Þórketill,' combining 'Þórr' (Thor, the god of thunder) and 'ketill' (cauldron, vessel). The name essentially means 'Thor's…

Ulf

Scandinavian

"wolf"

A common Scandinavian name , but hard to imagine being used elsewhere.

Vanentin

Vanentin is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Valentine or Valentin. The original name derives from Latin "valens" meaning "strong" or "healthy," and was popularized through Saint…

Svens

Svens is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant or possessive form of Sven, a traditional Scandinavian name with Norse origins meaning 'young man' or 'young warrior.' While Sven is…