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19 Swedish Girl Names with Meanings Pure

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lilly	Girl	Lily; Pure; Innocence; My God is an oath
Keyla	Girl	Crown of laurels; Wreath; Pure; God-like
Agnes	Girl	Chaste; Pure
Katarina	Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Katharina	Girl	Pure; Clean; Clear
Katja	Girl	Neat; Natural; Pure; Clear; Flawless
Kina	Girl	Pure; Follower of Christ; Henna; Princess; Noblewoman
Katrin	Girl	Natural; Clear; Pure; Clean; Innocent
Kajsa	Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Carine	Girl	Beloved; Pure; Each of the two; Torture

Cathi	Girl	Each of the two; Pure
Caterin	Girl	Each of the two; Pure
Carin	Girl	Pure; Torture; Each of the two
Anikka	Girl	God was gracious; God has shown favor; Pure; Grace
Cia	Girl	Blind; Torture; Pure; Moon Goddess
Ketty	Girl	Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Pure
Cina	Unisex	Mt. Sinai; Sinai Peninsula; Pure; Each of the two; A Christian; Defending men
Karin	Girl	Pure; Torture; Each of the two; Chinese quince; Burmese rosewood
Katariina	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Torture

Infographic: Attractive Swedish Girl Names with Meanings Pure

Swedish Girl Names with Meanings Pure are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Swedish Girl Names with Meanings Pure(infographic)

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