Female and male first names : Sweden.
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AKELIUS
MaleRare yet captivating Swedish given name derived from the Old Norse personal name Áki, meaning 'oak tree'.
ALGOT
MaleHistoric Scandinavian name of Swedish origin meaning 'Thor's readiness' or 'always ready'.
ARLANDA
MaleRare Swedish female given name derived from the city of Arlanda, possibly meaning 'earldom' or 'province', suggesting power and nobility.
ARNESSA
FemaleRare yet captivating Swedish female name derived from Old Norse "Arn" (eagle) and "-essa", denoting a feminine form. It emerged during the Viking Age, reflecting the rich history of ancient Scandinavian culture.
ASTRID
FemaleGermanic feminine given name derived from Old Norse elements 'ástr' meaning 'god' and 'vár' meaning 'guard', thus signifying 'divine guard' or 'godly guardian'. It was popular among the Norse people during the Viking Age and has been carried by notable figures such as Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, known for creating Pippi Longstocking.
AXWELL
MaleSwedish male given name derived from the Old Norse Ásgeirr, meaning "god spear".
BENGT
MaleOld Norse-origin Swedish male name that means 'bent' or 'curved'.
BENGY
MaleThe Swedish name Bengy, meaning 'bender' or 'archer', hails from ancient times when archery skills were highly valued.
BLENDA
FemaleRare and beautiful Swedish female name with Old Norse roots meaning 'blind,' but without any negative connotations.
BRISEN
MaleUnique Basque name derived from "birjin," meaning "virgin." It honors Saint Birgitta of Sweden and has been associated with the legend of the Virgin of Brisen since medieval times.
BRITA
FemaleFeminine Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'Bryðja', meaning 'to help' or 'to protect'.
CEDERIA
FemaleRare yet distinctive Scandinavian name derived from the Swedish word 'ceder', meaning 'cedar', symbolizing strength, longevity, and beauty.
CHARLSA
FemaleRare Swedish given name derived from "Karl" meaning "strong" or "free man", and "sa", a shortened form of Sara meaning "princess". Thus, Charlsa signifies "the free-born princess".
CHIRSTINA
FemaleChristina is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from 'Chrīstus', meaning 'anointed'.
CHRISTINA
MaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," used since the Middle Ages and popularized during the Renaissance. Notable figures include Queen Christina of Sweden and poet Christina Rossetti.
CHRISTINIA
FemaleChristina is a Latin feminine name meaning "follower of Christ," popularized by early Christian martyrs, and was used by notable figures like Christina, Queen of Sweden and poet Christina Rossetti.
CRISTINA
MaleFeminine given name of Latin origin meaning 'anointed', popular among early Christians and used throughout history in various forms. It gained prominence during the Middle Ages when it became popular among royalty and nobility, notably Queen Cristina of Sweden. Today, Cristina remains popular worldwide, with notable figures such as Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Christina Rossetti.
DAHLIA
FemaleDahlia is of Latin origin, meaning "dahlia flower", named after Swedish botanist Anders Dahl by Carl Linnaeus.
DHALIA
FemaleDahlia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'dahlia', which refers to the flower bearing the same name. The dahlia flower was named after the Swedish botanist Anders Dahl by his colleague Carl Linnaeus and means "Lord Byron's Flower".
EBBA
FemaleSwedish female name derived from Old Norse, meaning 'devoted one', reflecting its historical association with dedication.
EDLA
FemaleSwedish name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'noble' or 'illustrious'.
EDSSON
MaleRare yet appealing Scandinavian name meaning "son of a wealthy warrior".
ERICK
MaleNorse name meaning "all powerful" or "strong", derived from Old Norse Eiríkr and used by notable historical figures like Erik the Red.
ERIKIA
FemaleUnique Swedish name derived from the Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning "eternally powerful" or "strong".
ERIKSSON
MaleSwedish surname derived from the Old Norse personal name Erik, meaning 'eternally powerful'.
ESKIL
MaleEskil, of Scandinavian origin, means 'ash tree battle' or 'shield of ash', drawing from Old Norse elements.
FREDRICA
FemaleSwedish feminine name derived from Germanic elements "frithu" meaning peace and "ric" meaning powerful, interpreted as "peaceful ruler.
FREDRIKA
FemaleSwedish feminine form of Frederick, meaning 'peaceful ruler'.
GISSELA
FemaleSwedish-origin name derived from Old Norse "Gísl", meaning "pledge" or "hostage". Traditionally given to boys, it has gained popularity as a girls' name in recent years.
GIZELL
FemaleRare but distinctive Swedish name derived from the Old Norse Guðjón, meaning "God's mercy". Initially used for boys, it has evolved in spelling over centuries to its current form and gained notable bearers like actress Gizelle D'Cole and painter Gizella Hatvany.
GUNVOR
FemaleOld Swedish name dating back to the Middle Ages, derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'battle' and 'peace', thus conveying the idea of peace after conflict.
GUST
MaleGust is of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse 'Gautr', meaning 'staff' or 'club'. It was popular among ancient Germanic tribes and has historical significance through figures like Gustavas II Adolfus, King of Sweden in the 17th century. Today, it's used as a given name, often shortened to Gus.
GUSTAF
MaleSwedish masculine given name derived from Germanic elements "guth" meaning "god" or "spirit," and "fridu" meaning "peace." It translates to "peace of God" and has been popular among Swedish royalty since the Middle Ages, notably King Gustaf II Adolf (1594-1632).
GUSTAVA
FemaleRare, elegant Scandinavian feminine given name derived from the masculine Gustav, meaning "staff of the Goths.
GUSTAVUS
MaleLatin-derived name meaning 'strong' or 'brave', historically associated with Germanic countries and notable figures like Gustav II Adolf of Sweden.
GUSTENA
FemaleSwedish name derived from 'gustr' meaning 'sudden strong wind' and 'ena' meaning 'one', signifying 'the one gust of wind'. Traditionally given to girls born during storms, it's associated with good fortune and protection against bad weather.
HASSEL
MaleRare Swedish male name derived from 'Hasili', combining 'haki' (heath) and 'hildr' (battle), signifying 'battle on the heath'.
HELLON
FemaleSwedish name meaning "peace," associated with calmness and harmony. It has a long historical use, including notable figures like Saint Hellon, but remains uncommon outside Scandinavia.
HOLMER
MaleScandinavian name of Old Norse origin, meaning "island," derived from the word "holmr." It symbolizes steadfastness and strength.
IKEA
FemaleSwedish name coined from the initials of its founders, Ingvar Kamprad, Elmar Lundstroem, and Anders Moberg.