Scandinavian names originate from the history of Norse mythology and religion. The Vikings worshiped the gods like Odin and Thor, so naturally Scandinavians named their children in relation. Today, Scandinavian names have gained attraction worldwide to celebrate Scandinavian heritage or parents just like the ring of them. While some of these names aren’t Scandinavian in origin, like Vera or Selma – they are popular names used here in Scandinavia. So here are some of the most popular Scandinavian baby names and their meanings.
See what countries are considered Scandinavian vs Nordic here.
Scandinavian Girl Names
- Astrid – the star/ beauty
- Juni – June/lovable
- Svea – the little Swede
- Wilda – wild/elf/fairy
- Lena – light/bright
- Britt – the exalted one
- Malin – elegant/great
- Leija – a kite/ to flow
- Saga – seeing one/ prophet
- Signe – new victory
- Selma – gods helmet/peaceful/safe
- Vera – faithful/true
- Alma – nourishing / soul
- Freja – lady/nobleman
- Maja – splendid
- Alice – noble/exalted
- Elsa – worships god
- Ida – the laborer/divine seer
- Ebba – the strong /honorable
- Wilma – resolute protection
- Mila – gracious/ dear
- Alva – the fighting elf
- Ingrid – fair and beauty
- Liv – the protecting/ living one
- Nora – honor/shining light
- Mira – admirable/peace
Scandinavian Boy Names
- Magnus – the greatest
- Thor – norse god of thunder
- Leif – heir/descendant
- Sigge – victory
- Sixten – victory stone
- Ebbe – brave boar
- Loke – form of Loki
- Ivar – archer
- Elis – god is an oath
- Ludvig – glorious in battle
- Ture – strength/bravery/protection
- Wilmer – famous/desire
- Sven – young warrior
- Viggo – battle
- Torbin – thunder bear
- Knut – daring/bold one
- Boden – messenger
- Anders – manly
- Bjorn – the bear
- Jens – god is gracious
- Ari – eagle
- Arlo – fortified hill
- Erland – foreigner
- Finn – fair or white
- Konrad – bold counsel
- Leo – lion
Out of these 52 Scandinavian baby names and their meanings, which was your favorite?
