Today’s top Swedish girl baby names
Discover the beauty of today’s top Swedish girl baby names
If you’re about to welcome a baby girl into your life, selecting a Swedish name is one option that’s captivated many parents. Swedish girl names often carry an elegant, timeless charm and may be an excellent choice for families who want to honor their Scandinavian heritage or simply try something a bit different.
Why consider Swedish girl names?
Swedish names frequently offer a blend of tradition and modernity. While some names have been popular in Sweden for generations, they are less common in other parts of the world, giving them a unique appeal. You might also appreciate the melodic, lyrical qualities that many Swedish names possess.
Prominent Swedish figures can provide inspiration. Take, for example, names like Greta (as in the Barbie movie director Greta Grunberg, environmental activist Greta Thunberg, or the aforementioned Garbo).
Another well-known name is Astrid, made famous by Astrid Lindgren, the author of the classic Pippi Longstocking children’s book series — as well as the name of a main character in the animated film How to Train Your Dragon. Speaking of movies, there’s also the beautiful classic first name Ingrid, for the legendary Casablanca actress Ingrid Bergman, who was born in Stockholm back in 1915.
Important factors to consider
One thing to keep in mind is the pronunciation of the name you choose. Some Swedish names might be challenging for English speakers to pronounce correctly, which could lead to frequent corrections. Consider how the name will be received in your own community, and how it will fit with your last name.
Pop culture and modern influences
While traditional names like Ingrid and Elsa have been popular for generations, more modern names are gaining traction in Sweden as well. Names like “Maja” or “Freja” are becoming increasingly popular, and they blend well with both Swedish and English-speaking cultures.
Swedish girl names from the top lists
Here are some of our favorite pretty and popular Swedish girl baby names that you might want to consider — but you can see many more first names below!
Agnes
Alva
Astrid
Ebba
Elin
Elsa
Emelie
Freja
Greta
Hanna
Ingrid
Klara
Linn
Maja
Olivia
Saga
Sofia
Tilde
Vendela
Naming your baby girl is an exciting journey, and choosing a Swedish name can add a touch of elegance and uniqueness to her identity. Whether you opt for a name with deep historical roots or a more modern twist, you’re sure to find a beautiful option that feels just right for your new bundle of joy.
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100 most popular names for baby girls in Sweden
No matter whether you have ties to this Nordic country, just have a love for all things Swedish, or just want to find a beautiful and unique name for your little flicka (girl), check out this list of the top 100 Swedish girl names. (PS: You can find still more Swedish baby names listed here!)
You can sort this baby name list by popularity rank, in alphabetical order, or by the number of letters in the name -- or also choose to view some or all of the records. (Search for all or part of a baby name using the search area on the upper right of the table.)| Rank | Name | # of letters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alice | 5 letters |
| 2 | Olivia | 6 letters |
| 3 | Astrid | 6 letters |
| 4 | Maja | 4 letters |
| 5 | Vera | 4 letters |
| 6 | Ebba | 4 letters |
| 7 | Ella | 4 letters |
| 8 | Wilma | 5 letters |
| 9 | Alma | 4 letters |
| 10 | Lilly | 5 letters |
| 11 | Elsa | 4 letters |
| 12 | Agnes | 5 letters |
| 13 | Freja | 5 letters |
| 14 | Saga | 4 letters |
| 15 | Ellie | 5 letters |
| 16 | Clara | 5 letters |
| 17 | Signe | 5 letters |
| 18 | Alva | 4 letters |
| 19 | Alicia | 6 letters |
| 20 | Selma | 5 letters |
| 21 | Ester | 5 letters |
| 22 | Stella | 6 letters |
| 23 | Julia | 5 letters |
| 24 | Ines | 4 letters |
| 25 | Leah | 4 letters |
| 26 | Ellen | 5 letters |
| 27 | Molly | 5 letters |
| 28 | Iris | 4 letters |
| 29 | Sara | 4 letters |
| 30 | Luna | 4 letters |
| 31 | Isabelle | 8 letters |
| 32 | Nora | 4 letters |
| 33 | Nova | 4 letters |
| 34 | Hedda | 5 letters |
| 35 | Mila | 4 letters |
| 36 | Nellie | 6 letters |
| 37 | Sofia | 5 letters |
| 38 | Lova | 4 letters |
| 39 | Juni | 4 letters |
| 40 | Elvira | 6 letters |
| 41 | Linnéa | 6 letters |
| 42 | Emilia | 6 letters |
| 43 | Sigrid | 6 letters |
| 44 | Celine | 6 letters |
| 45 | Elise | 5 letters |
| 46 | Edith | 5 letters |
| 47 | Emma | 4 letters |
| 48 | Lykke | 5 letters |
| 49 | Liv | 3 letters |
| 50 | Lo | 2 letters |
| 51 | Thea | 4 letters |
| 52 | Meja | 4 letters |
| 53 | Livia | 5 letters |
| 54 | Tuva | 4 letters |
| 55 | Isabella | 8 letters |
| 56 | Sally | 5 letters |
| 57 | Majken | 6 letters |
| 58 | Maria | 5 letters |
| 59 | Leia | 4 letters |
| 60 | Hailey | 6 letters |
| 61 | Tyra | 4 letters |
| 62 | Elin | 4 letters |
| 63 | Amelia | 6 letters |
| 64 | Lovisa | 6 letters |
| 65 | Märta | 5 letters |
| 66 | Rut | 3 letters |
| 67 | Ida | 3 letters |
| 68 | Ingrid | 6 letters |
| 69 | Bianca | 6 letters |
| 70 | Hanna | 5 letters |
| 71 | Ronja | 5 letters |
| 72 | Jasmine | 7 letters |
| 73 | Stina | 5 letters |
| 74 | Svea | 4 letters |
| 75 | Cleo | 4 letters |
| 76 | Melissa | 7 letters |
| 77 | Hilma | 5 letters |
| 78 | Filippa | 7 letters |
| 79 | Hedvig | 6 letters |
| 80 | Julie | 5 letters |
| 81 | Tilde | 5 letters |
| 82 | Lovis | 5 letters |
| 83 | Siri | 4 letters |
| 84 | Felicia | 7 letters |
| 85 | Cornelia | 8 letters |
| 86 | Elina | 5 letters |
| 87 | Elsie | 5 letters |
| 88 | Joline | 6 letters |
| 89 | Hilda | 5 letters |
| 90 | Mira | 4 letters |
| 91 | Moa | 3 letters |
| 92 | Melina | 6 letters |
| 93 | Bonnie | 6 letters |
| 94 | Mariam | 6 letters |
| 95 | Matilda | 7 letters |
| 96 | Wilda | 5 letters |
| 97 | Bella | 5 letters |
| 98 | Millie | 6 letters |
| 99 | My | 2 letters |
| 100 | Amanda | 6 letters |
| 101 | Victoria | 8 letters |
Source: Statistics Sweden, Stockholm – 2019
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