Sverre is a masculine given name of Norwegian origin, derived from Old Norse 'Sveinn'. It translates to 'strong' or 'strength', reflecting the name's historic connection to Viking culture. In Norway, Sverre remains popular, ranking among the top 100 boys' names in recent years. Internationally, it has gained some recognition, appearing occasionally in other Scandinavian countries and even beyond, though it remains relatively rare outside of its Norwegian context. The name Sverre is typically associated with several notable figures in Norwegian history, most famously King Sverre Sigurdsson who ruled during the late 12th century.
The name Sverre experienced a gap in popularity between 1913 and 1916, with 7 births registered in the former year and only 5 in the latter. Overall, there were 12 babies named Sverre during this period.