What are the names of princesses in Sweden?

Some names borne by Swedish princesses are Catherine (meaning pure), Anna (favor, grace), Sophia (queen), Elizabeth (God is my oath), and Sigrid (victory).

Do Swedish names often have a connection to nature or the environment?

Yes, many Swedish names can be associated with nature and the environment. This can be seen in Swedish last names as well. They can be derived from plants, animals or the Earth’s topography. Some examples are Adam meaning son of the Earth, Affton derived from the river Afton, Ame, which means eagle, and Aron means tall mountains or mountains of strength.

Can Swedish names be used by people who are not of Swedish descent?

Yes, people who are not of Swedish descent can use Swedish names. But it is important to remember that while choosing names that belong to a different culture, it is necessary to respect and honor the cultural significance and pronunciations of the name.

What are some Swedish names that have a royal connection?

Some Swedish names that have a direct connection to the Swedish monarchy include Olof or Olov, which means ancestor’s legacy, Anund means ancestor’s victor, Halsten means rock, Inge is derived from the Germanic god Ing, and Gustaf, which means staff of the Geats.

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86 Swedish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With L

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lucas	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Leo	Boy	Lion
Lucia	Girl	Light
Lilly	Girl	Lily; Pure; Innocence; My God is an oath
Lukas	Boy	Illumination; Light
Lena	Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Lliv	Girl	Life; Protection; Shelter; Olive
Lea	Girl	Delicate; Weary
Livia	Girl	Envious; Blue; To envy; Olive
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait

Leif	Boy	A descendant; Heir
Lisa	Girl	My God is an oath
Lottie	Girl	Free person; Little; Womanly
Linus	Boy	Flax; Flaxen-haired
Linnea	Girl	Twinflower
Love	Girl	Affection; Famous warrior
Laina	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Dark; Wave; Of Magdala; Path
Larson	Boy	Son of Lars; From Laurentum; Crowned with Laurel
Lora	Girl	Laurel
Lisbeth	Girl	My God is an oath

Lovina	Girl	From Lavinium; Famous warrior; Beloved
Lilla	Girl	Blue; Envious; From Lydia, Play; Amusement; My god is an oath
Lunabelle	Girl	Beautiful moon
Lona	Girl	Torch; Strength; Father light; Tower; Moon goddess; Lioness; Oak tree; Canvas
Loa	Girl	Golden plover; Famous in battle; Laurel; From Laurentum; Ancestor's descendant
Lynnea	Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree; Lime tree
Loui	Unisex	Famous in battle
Livian	Girl	Alive; Olive; Life; Protection; Envious; Blue
Linnaea	Girl	A small bluish flower type; A twinflower
Lynae	Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree

Lida	Girl	Loved by people; Grace; Nobleness; Delicate
Lorina	Girl	Laurel
Lenae	Unisex	Twinflower
Lenaya	Unisex	Linden tree; Twinflower
Lizanne	Girl	My God is an oath; Grace; Favor
Lis	Girl	God is my oath
Lisanna	Girl	My God is an oath; Favor; Grace
Lennart	Boy	Lion
Lise	Girl	My God is an oath; Pledged to God
Lot	Boy	Covering; Veil; Fate

Levina	Girl	Beloved friend; Joy; Bliss; Joined in harmony; Lion
Lo	Girl	Famous in battle; Lynx
Lydiana	Girl	From Lydia; Divine; Goddess-like
Lajla	Girl	Night; Holy; Blessed
Lisbet	Girl	My God is an oath
Loah	Unisex	Golden plover; Famous in battle
Linde	Girl	Lime tree; Soft; Tender; Boundary; Beautiful
Lexandra	Girl	Defender of men; A variant of Alexandra
Linna	Girl	A name of the small blue flower
Lovisa	Girl	Famous warrior

Linaya	Girl	Twinflower
Lyta	Girl	Small; Little; Sign of rabies under the tongue; My God is an oath
Lisha	Girl	Nobility; God is salvation; Lucky; Successful
Linn	Girl	A name of a flower; Lake
Lotta	Girl	Free man
Laurina	Girl	Bay tree
Linnae	Girl	A Girl named after a twinflower
Linea	Girl	The twinflower
Laurice	Girl	From the city of Laurentum
Lizza	Girl	My God is an oath; Bee

Lehna	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Tower; Of Magdala; To unload a burden
Lasse	Boy	Laurel; From Laurentum
Lauden	Girl	Territory; Loud stream; From Laurentius
Lava	Boy	Ancestor's legacy; Inheritance
Lave	Unisex	Fellow; Partner; Inheritance; Ancestor's legacy
Lias	Boy	My God is Yahweh
Lieselotte	Girl	My God is my Oath; Little; Womanly; Man; Army
Lillemor	Girl	Little mother
Lind	Boy	Linden tree; Lime tree; Spring; Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful; Gentle
Lindberg	Boy	Linden tree; Lime tree; Linden tree mountain; Soft; Tender; Help; Rescue

Lindbergh	Boy	A mountain where the lime trees grow
Lindell	Girl	Valley of lime tree; Linden tree
Linnaeus	Boy	Linden tree; Lime tree
Linne	Boy	A person named after the twinflower
Linnel	Boy	He who is like a twinflower
Liselotte	Girl	My God is an oath; Man; Army
Loke	Boy	Lock; Norse trickster god
Lorens	Boy	A man from Laurentum; Ancient Italian city
Lott	Boy	Man; Army; Free man; Petite; Hidden; Covering; Veil
Lotte	Boy	Man; Army; Free man; Petite; My God is an oath

Lova	Girl	Famous in battle; Promise; To assure; To permit; To allow; To praise
Loveday	Girl	Famous in battle
Lovis	Boy	Famous in battle; Famous warrior
Low	Girl	Hill; Leaf
Larsa	Unisex	From Laurentum
Lovi	Unisex	Dear; Beloved

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