Swedish Names for Girls
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Elin
Swedish variation of Ellen
The Elin variation makes an old favorite sleeker and more modern. Elin came to prominence via the ex-Mrs.Tiger Woods and is now perhaps best known via novelist Elin Hildebrand.. It entered the US Top…
Frederika
Feminine variation of Frederick, German
"peaceful ruler"
Frederika is one of many feminine variations of the many variations of Frederick, which include Frederica, Friederike, and Frederieke. The name carries an air of nobility and elegance, having been…
Frideborg
Frideborg is a rare feminine name with Germanic origins, combining the elements 'frid' meaning 'peace' and 'borg' meaning 'fortress' or 'protection,' thus creating the beautiful meaning 'peaceful…
Freja
Swedish and Danish
"lady, noblewoman"
One of the most popular names in Scandinavia, Freja--or Freyja--was a major deity of Norse paganism. Beautiful, blonde and blue-eyed, she was the goddess of love, beauty and fertility. In the US, the…
Gundruna
Swedish
"divine wisdom"
Baby-naming rule #487: it's probably best to avoid names whose only possible nickname is Gun.
Gunilla
Swedish
"battle maiden"
This popular old Swedish name is not one that would appeal to many modern American parents, though shortening it to Nilla helps.
Gustava
Swedish
"staff of the gods"
Imposing, if not intimidating.
Henrika
Henrika is a feminine name of Germanic origin, essentially serving as the feminine form of Henrik or Henry. These names derive from 'Heimrich,' composed of the elements 'heim' meaning 'home' and…
Juni
Scandinavian
"June"
Juni is the Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, and Finnish form of the month name June. While Juni feels cute and fresh, most Americans would assume it was a nickname or a Joni variation. We prefer Juna or…
Kersten
Kersten is a feminine name with Germanic roots, though it can occasionally be used for boys as well. It originated as a variation of Christina/Kristina, which derives from the Greek word 'christos'…
Lovisa
Lovisa is a Scandinavian feminine name, particularly popular in Sweden, derived from Louise, which ultimately comes from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned fighter.'…
Malin
Scandinavian diminutive of Magdalene
"high tower or woman of Magdela"
The sleek Malin is a contracted form of Magdalene or Madeleine, used in Sweden, Norway, and Switzerland. A popular choice back in the 2000s, it has declined in popularity in recent years, but it…
Marna
Marna is a concise feminine name with multiple possible origins. In Scandinavian countries, particularly Sweden, it may be a variant of Marina or a diminutive of names containing "mar" (sea). It…
Mareeba
Mareeba is a feminine name of Australian Aboriginal origin. It comes from the name of a town in Queensland, Australia, which is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning 'meeting of the…
Miah
Swedish variant of Mia
Made most familiar by Miah Persson, a famous Swedish opera singer.
Peppar
Peppar is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a creative variant of Pepper. Derived from the English word for the spicy seasoning, Peppar carries connotations of zestiness, vibrancy, and a…
Rakel
Scandinavian variation of Rachel
Apt to be confused with Raquel.
Saga
Swedish word name
"story; seeress"
Apt name for a little drama queen with a long future ahead of her. Saga is a Top 30 girls' name in Sweden. Saga was the Norse goddess of poetry, storytelling, and history. She was a prophetess — able…
Sassa
Sassa is a short, feminine name with multiple potential origins. In Swedish, it functions as a diminutive of Sara or Saskia, conveying playfulness and affection. The name may also have Italian or…
Sybilla
Greek
"seer, oracle"
Sybilla and its near-identical twin Sibylla are dainty and demure names with a powerful namesake that also happen to be extremely rare -- no baby girls were given either name in the US last year.