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31 Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Sofia	Girl	Wisdom
Sarah	Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Sara	Girl	Lady; Princess; Noblewoman
Sylvia	Girl	A lady of the woods or forest
Sandra	Girl	Defender of the people; Protector of humanity
Susanna	Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Sofie	Girl	Wisdom; Holy wisdom
Selma	Girl	God's protection; God's helmet; Safe; Beautiful vew; Peace
Svea	Girl	The realm of Svear
Solveig	Girl	Woman of the house; Strength of the sun

Sigrid	Girl	Beautiful victory; Beloved victory
Siri	Unisex	Beautiful victory; Beloved victory
Sylvi	Unisex	Sun; Strength; Wood; Forest
Saga	Girl	The seeing one; A tale
Siren	Girl	An enchanter; Stern; Beautiful victory
Susanne	Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose
Sanna	Girl	She who is truthful; Lilly; Rose; Lotus
Stina	Girl	She is a good Christian
Selenia	Girl	She who loves the moon
Sue	Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus

Sanny	Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus; Sandpiper bird
Saphir	Girl	Sapphire gemstone; Lapis Lazuli
Sappho	Girl	Sapphire gemstone; Lapis Lazuli
Sidsel	Girl	A woman with dim sight
Sigfrid	Girl	A beautiful, fair victory
Sigrunn	Girl	The secret victories
Sissela	Girl	To be without a sight; To be blind
Siv	Girl	Bride; Kinswoman
Solvig	Girl	A girl who is strong like the Sun
Sassa	Girl	Beloved God; Defending men; Noblewoman

Signa	Unisex	Victory; To bless

Infographic: Popular Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With S

Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With S are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With S(infographic)

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