Female and male first names : Sweden.
IKEA
FemaleSwedish name coined from the initials of its founders, Ingvar Kamprad, Elmar Lundstroem, and Anders Moberg.
INGEMAR
MaleOriginating from Old Norse elements 'Yngvi' meaning 'the living one' and 'heri' meaning 'army', Ingemar is a historic Swedish masculine given name that translates to 'the living army'.
JAKOBEE
MaleModern Swedish feminine variant of the Old Norse name Jakob, meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel.
JANNICA
FemaleDistinctive female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Swedish word "jann" meaning "January," symbolizing new beginnings.
JARRICK
MaleRare, Swedish male name meaning "powerful earth" or "strong soil".
JEPPIE
MaleRare Swedish name derived from the Hebrew Joshua, meaning "God is salvation.
JESSEKA
FemaleThe name Jesseka, derived from the Old Norse 'Gudrún', means 'gold' or 'god's protectress'. It is of Scandinavian origin and has been used since the 19th century in Sweden.
JOACIM
MaleSwedish name derived from Old Norse Jóakim, meaning "young warrior.
JOHANSON
MaleSwedish surname derived from the Old Norse personal name Johannes, meaning "God is gracious." It signifies "son of John" due to the "-son" suffix.
KALLE
FemaleSwedish name derived from the old Scandinavian word "Kålle," meaning "to swear" or "to curse.
KARIN
FemaleScandinavian female given name derived from Old Norse 'kær', meaning 'beloved'.
KARIN
MaleSwedish female given name meaning "beloved," popular worldwide due to its unique sound and endearing meaning.
KERSTEIN
FemaleKerstin, of Scandinavian origin, means 'strong-hearted' and has been popular in Sweden for centuries.
KERSTIN
FemaleFemale name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse Hervör, which means "ardent in battle". It was popularized by historical figures like Swedish author Kerstin Ekman and women's rights activist Kerstin Thorvall.
KORTLAN
MaleSwedish name of unknown historical significance, derived from the Old Norse word 'kort' meaning 'short', often used for those of short stature or quick temper.
KYERSTIN
FemaleKerstin is a Scandinavian name meaning 'heart of stone' or 'strong-hearted', popularized by Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf and associated with St. Kersten, a Christian martyr.
LEJON
MaleRare Swedish male given name derived from the Old Norse word 'leðr', meaning 'hide'.
LENNART
MaleScandinavian name of Swedish origin meaning "strong as flax".
LEVEN
MaleSwedish origin name meaning "life", popularized in recent years after centuries of use, often given to boys but suitable for girls too.
LINDALE
MaleCaptivating Swedish name derived from 'lind' meaning lime tree and 'dalr' meaning valley, signifying 'valley of the lime trees'.
LINDAROSE
FemaleRare yet elegant Swedish name combining 'linden tree' and 'rose', signifying beauty and grace.
LINDBERG
MaleSwedish surname derived from Old Norse "Lindbergi," meaning "lime tree mountain.
LINDELLA
FemaleModern Scandinavian girl's name derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'limber' or 'flexible,' and 'female being.'
LINEA
FemaleUnique unisex name of Latin origin, meaning "line" or "thread," derived from the word "linea." It has been popular throughout history, particularly in art and design, representing something straight, continuous, or connected. In ancient Rome, Linea was often given to daughters expected to grow into strong women. Today, it is appreciated for its simplicity and elegance. Notably, Swedish artist Linea Aslund is known for her intricate line drawings, showcasing the connection between the name Linea and creativity.
LINN
FemaleUnique female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse word "lín" meaning "flax". It has been used in Sweden since the Middle Ages but remains relatively uncommon outside of Scandinavia.
LJ
MaleUncommon name of unknown origin and meaning, with theories suggesting it might be derived from Slavic or Swedish words, though no definitive evidence exists.
LOVENE
FemaleUnique Swedish feminine name derived from the Old Norse 'lóð', meaning 'loud'. It honors Lóðr, a skilled dwarven blacksmith in Norse mythology.
MALIN
FemaleSwedish-origin Scandinavian name meaning "speech" or "language," traditionally given to girls, though sometimes used for boys.
MARNITA
FemaleSwedish feminine given name derived from the Old Norse word "marna," meaning "sea" or "bay." It's associated with the Norse goddess Mardoll, who was believed to protect sailors.
MATTSON
MaleRare Swedish given name derived from Old Norse 'Mats', meaning "son of Thorn.
MICKEL
MaleRare yet powerful Scandinavian male given name derived from Old Norse Mikill, meaning "great".
MILLA
FemaleRare Scandinavian name derived from 'Millu', meaning 'protection' or 'shield', popularized in Sweden and carried by notable figures like Milla Jovovich.
NILLA
FemaleRare Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse 'hnelga', meaning 'corner' or 'nook', symbolizing protection and grace, particularly popular among medieval Swedish nobility.
NORELL
FemaleRare Swedish given name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "the north god," honoring Uller, the skiing, hunting, and archery deity.
NORLIN
MaleRare Swedish given name with origins dating back centuries, derived from the Swedish word for 'north' and the Old Norse word for 'linden tree'. It translates to 'North Linden', reflecting the symbolic meaning of wisdom and protection associated with the linden tree in Scandinavian mythology.
NYCKOLAS
MaleSwedish name derived from Old Norse elements "Njállr" meaning 'hero's tale' or 'god', hence conveying 'heroic god' or 'godlike hero'.
NYLAI
FemaleCaptivating unisex given name of Swedish origin, derived from the Old Norse masculine name Niálr meaning "corpse" or "dead body".
OHLIN
MaleDistinctive Swedish name derived from the Old Norse "Óðinn", meaning "the mind" or "the spirit". It originally honored the Norse god Odin and was popular among Vikings for its protective powers. Today, it's a traditional Scandinavian name often passed down through generations, preserving family history while still being unique.
OLOF
MaleScandinavian male given name derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'noble wolf', popular in Sweden and other Nordic countries.
PIPPI
FemaleSwedish origin girls' name derived from "pip" meaning love, popularized by Astrid Lindgren's Pippi Longstocking books.