Swedish male names and their meaning. Scandinavian surnames (Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish) Swedish surnames and their meanings

Hello again! Today we will tell about beautiful Swedish female names. In contrast to the selection, where we brought mainly statistics for 2011 and 2012 and did not tell about their meaning.

In this selection, we will tell about the women's names of Scandinavian origin and their meaning!

Begin!

1. Agata.: Italian and Spanish form names coming from Latin Agatha.What does "good, kind" mean.
2. Adela: Latin form from the German AdalaSo "noble". Used by Danes and Swedes.
3. AGDA: Swedish form from Latin Agatha.So "good, kind".
4. Agneta.: Danish and Swedish shape from Greek Hagne.So "chaste, holy".
5. Agnetta.: Variation from Swedish Agneta.Also a meaningful "chaste, holy".
6. Alva.: Swedish female form from the old Norwegian name Alf, meaning "elf."
7. Anika.: Variation of the Swedish name Annika, meaningful "cute, elegant."
8. Annalisa.: Danish and Swedish variation of the name from the Scandinavian Annelise, meaning: "Elegant, gracious" and "God is my oath"
9. Annborg.: Norwegian and Swedish form from Old-Norway Arnbjorg, meaning "under the protection of an eagle."
10. Anneka.: The option from the Swedish Annika, meaningful "cute, elegant."
11. Annika: The Swedish version from the German Anniken means "cute, elegant."
12. Arnborg.: The Swedish form from the old Norwegian ARNBJORG, which means "under the protection of an eagle".
13. Arnborgh.: The old form from the Swedish Arnborg, which means "under the protection of an eagle".
14. Åsa.: Swedish form from Icelandic Ása, means "God."
15. Åslög.: Swedish form from Old Norwegian Áslaug, the value "God collapsed woman."
16. ASRID: The Swedish version from the Scandinavian Astrid means "Divine Beauty".
17. AUDA: The Swedish version from Old Norwegian Auðr, which means "very fertile, rich."
18. Barebra.: The old Swedish form of the name from Greek Barbara, which means "foreign, unfamiliar".
19. Batilda.: Swedish form from Old German Bathilda, which means "to fight".
20. Benedikta.: Swedish female form from the Scandinavian name Benedikt, which means "sacred".
21. Bengta.: The female form from the Swedish name Bengt, which means "blessed".
22. Bothild: Swedish form from the Scandinavian Bodil, means "renx fight".
23. Cajsa.: An option is from the Swedish Kajsa, which means "clean."
24. Charlotta.: Swedish form from the French Charlotte, means "man."
25. Dahlia: The English name is what is happening on behalf of the flower, from the surname of the Swedish botanist Anders Dahl, which means "valley", from here "Dlya flower" or "Valley flower".
26. Emelie.: Swedish form from the English name Emily, which means "competing".
27. Fredrika.: The female form from the Norwegian / Swedish Fredrik, which means a "peace-loving ruler."
28. Freja.: Danish and Swedish form from Old Norwegian Freyja, which means "Lady, Mistress."
29. Fröja.: Old Swedish Form from Old Norwegian Freyja, which means "Lady, Mistress."
30. Gärd.: The Swedish form from the old-Norwegian name Gerðr, which means "enclosing, citadel".
31. Gerdi.: Danish and Swedish form from Old Norwegian Gerðr, which means "enclosing, citadel".
32. Gerdy.: Norwegian and Swedish form from Old Norwegian Gerðr, which means "enclosing, citadel."
33. Gittan.: Swedish diminutive name from the Scandinavian Birgitta, which means "exalted".
34. Greta.: Short form from the Danish / Swedish Margareta, meaning "pearl".
35. Gulla
36. Gullan.: The diminutive name from the Danish-Swedish Gunilla, which means "battle".
37. Gunilla.: Danish and Swedish version from the Scandinavian Gunhild, then Batalia.
38. Helgi.: Swedish decreasing-apparent name from Icelandic Helga, which means "holy; dedicated to the gods, "like the male Helgi.
39. Hillevi.: Finnish and Swedish form from the German Heilwig.
40. IDE: Danish and Swedish shape from Icelandic IGA, it means "hardworking".
41. Jannike.: Women's form from Swedish Jannik, meaning "God is merciful."
42. Kai.: Option from Swedish Kaj, meaning "clean".
43. Kaia.: Option from the Swedish \\ Danish name Kaja, meaning "clean".
44. Kaj.: Short form from Swedish Katerina, meaning "clean".
45. Kaja.: Danish and Swedish diminishing form of the Scandinavian name Katharina, meaning "clean".
46. Kajsa.: The diminutive form from the Swedish Kaj, which means "clean."
47. Karin.: Abbreviated form from the Swedish Katerin, which means "clean".
48. Katarina: Swedish Form of Greek Aikaterine means "clean". This name is also used in Germany, Hungary, and many Slavic countries.
49. Katerin: The old Swedish name originating from Greek Aikaterine means "clean".
50. Katerina: The Swedish form from the Scandinavian Katharina, which means "clean."
51. Katina.: Short form from Swedish Katarina, it means "clean".
52. Kerstin.: Swedish form from the Latin name of Christina, meaning the "believer" or "investigator of Christ".
53. Kia.: A diminutive name from the Swedish kerstin, meaning the "believer" or "investigator of Christ".
54. Kjerstin.: Norwegian or Swedish form of the Latin name Christina, meaning the "believing" or "investigator of Christ".
55. Krista.: Swedish decreasing-smear from Latin Kristina, meaning the "believing" or "investigator of Christ".
56. Linn.: Short name from Swedish Linnéa, with the value of the "Flower-twin".
57. Linnéa.: Swedish form from Latin Linnaea, with a "flower-twin flower".
58. Lotta.: Short form from Swedish Charlotta.
59. Lovisa.: Female option from the Swedish name Love, meaning "famous warrior."
60. Malin.: Swedish name originating from Latin Magdalena.
61. Margareta.: Danish and Swedish version from the Scandinavian name Margaretha, meaning "pearl".
62. Marit.: Norwegian and Swedish form name from Greek MarGarites, meaning "pearl".
63. Marna.: Swedish form from Roman Marina, with meaning: "from the sea."
64. Märta.: Swedish form from the English name of Margaret, meaning "pearl".
65. Mia.: Danish and Swedish diminutive name from Latin Maria, carrying "stubbornness" or "their uprising."
66. Mikaela: Women's form on behalf of Mikael, who is the meaning of "Who is like God?"
67. MY.: Swedish breeding name from Latin Maria, which is "stubbornness" or "their uprising."
68. Néa.: Short form from Swedish Linnéa.
69. Nilsine: Women's shape from the Swedish name NILS, which has the meaning of the "winner"
70. Öda.: Swedish form from the old-Norwegian name Auðr, with the meaning of "deeply rich."
71. OtTalie.: Swedish form from German Ottilia, meaningful "abundant".
72. Ottilie.: Option name of the Swedish Ottalie, meaning "abundant".
73. Pernilla.: Swedish form from Roman-Latin Petronilla, meaningful "Little rock \\ stone"
74. Ragnild: Swedish version of the Scandinavian name Ragnhild, has a "combat advisor".
75. Rebecka.: Swedish form from Greek Rhebekka.
76. Sassa.: The diminutive form from the Swedish name ASRID, which means "Handsome God"
77. Sofia.: Variation from the Greek name Sophia, with the meaning "wisdom, common sense." This form of the name is widely used throughout Europe - Finns, Italians, Germans, Norwegians, Portuguese and Swedes.
78. Solvig: Swedish shape from the Old Norwegian name Solveig, means "strong house, dwelling."
79. Susann.: Swedish form from the Scandinavian name Susanna, means "Lily".
80. Svanhilda.: Swedish version from the Scandinavian name Svanhild.
81. Svea.: Swedish name originating from Svea Rike ("Swedes Empire").
82. Teresia.: German and Swedish form from the Spanish name Teresa.
83. Thorbjörg.: Swedish variation from Icelandic Torbjörg, means "Torah Protection".
84. Thorborg.: Danish and Swedish Variation from Icelandic Torbjörg, means "Torah Protection".
85. Thorfridh.
86. Thorridh.: Old Swedish form from the old-Norwegian name Torrín, meaningful "Beauty Torah".
87. Torbjörg.: Old Swedish form from the Old Norwegian name Torbjörg, meaningful "Torah Protection".
88. Torhilda.: Swedish and Norwegian variation from the Scandinavian name TORHILD, means "Fight Torah."
89. Tova.: Swedish variation from the Scandinavian name Tove, which means "Thor" or "Thunder."
90. Tyri.: Swedish version from Old Norwegian Tyri, which means the "Torah's Militia".
91. ULVA.: Swedish shape from Icelandic úlfa, which means "Wolf".
92. Valdis: The Swedish and Norwegian form from the Old-Norwegian name Valdís, which means the "Goddess of the fallen in battle."
93. Vallborg.: Swedish version from the Scandinavian name Valborg, which means "saving fallen in battle."
94. Vendela: Women's form from the Norwegian / Swedish Vendel, which means "moving, wound", mentioning migratory Slavs in the 6th century.
95. Viva: Norwegian and Swedish short name from the Scandinavian Vivianne, which means "alive; lively".
96. Viveka.: Swedish form from the German name Wibeke, which means "war".

To be continued…

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How often do we laugh at what we are alien! This strange feature is inherent if not everyone, then many Russians: the fact that "our" is right, the fact that "not our" is ridiculous and ridiculous. This applies primarily by foreign language names, the sound of which the Russians are all the time. But after all, foreigners may seem funny our dimists or lights, and meanwhile they have many truly interesting names and surnames, often with a unique history of origin. For example, in Sweden.

Sweden is one of the Scandinavian countries and in it, as in any Scandinavian country, many of their fun and unusual traditions. Including this also applies to Swedish names and surnames. For example, the Swedes have about three hundred thousand names, but according to the legislation, children can give names only from a certain list, in which there are no more than a thousand pieces. However, the ruler is allowed - but only with the permission of the court. Enough in Sweden and double and even triple names - maybe this is due to a rather low birth rate. At the same time, the first name will be the main thing, and the subsequent can belong to anyone from relatives.

But the children from the royal family are generally called very long - they wear at least four names. Scandinavians do not give children the ruling dynasties of Christian names, and, as a rule, choose names in honor of the pagan ancestors. Also often abbreviated Swedish names become independent - for example, Chris (from Christian).

If in Russia the child must necessarily register in the registry office immediately after birth, then the Swedes are loyal to this expense - they give parents for three months to determine how to call the baby. After this time, the child will still be recorded - at least under the surname, even if without a name.

Swedes are very pretty suitable for choosing a name. They believe that "like a boat you will call, so she sails." Swedish names have only positive meaning, often they are associated with power, courage, strength, freedom. Many names mean something from nature, religion, many symbolize a particular animal - as a rule, strong and fearless.

Men's Swedish Names: Popularity and Meaning

Interestingly, the different writing name of the Swedes means different names - like, for example, Karl and Carl, Anna and Ana. It was Karl in the first version of the writing beats the popularity records among male names in a given country. It came from the ancient Germanic language, where he initially meant "free person", and then - "man". The second most common name for men is Eric - Scandinavian origin. The name is considered to be "noble", he was worn by several kings both in Sweden and in other Scandinavian countries. His value is the "Eternal Ruler".

Next in the top ten, Lars (Scandinavian, "Laurel"), Anders (Scandinavian, "Congress, Brave"), Per (Scandinavian, "Stone, Rock"), Mikael (Swedish, "like God"), Yuhan ( German, "God's grace"), Ulof (Scandinavian, "observant", the second version of the name - Olaf), Nils (Scandinavian form named after Nikolai, "Winner of Peoples"), Yang (Hebrew, the form of the name Ivan, "God's mercy").

Among Swedish male names are such that they are translated into our language more than strange. These include, for example, ODD ("odd"), Even ("Even") or Axel ("Shoulder") - such a name is more than 50 thousand people!

Women's Swedish Names: Popularity and Meaning

The first place in popularity in this country occupies the name of Maria (Hebrew, "serene, bitter, desired." The most popular name worldwide). Interestingly, the Swedes have a lot of female names, consonant with our, but if they end up in Russia, they are on "A": Maria instead of Maria, Julia instead of Julia, and so on.

Also in the top ten most common female names include: Aliceabeth (Scandinavian, "faithful to God"), Anna (Hebrew, "grace, freezing"), Christina (the name of the name of Christine, Christian, Greek, "Christian"), Margaret (Latin, " Pearl "), Eve (Hebrew," Giving Life "), Brigitta (Ancient County," Strength, Power "), Karin (Latin," Honey, Dear, Managing Ship "), Lynnea (Swedish, Double Flower), Marie (American, "Ocean Living"). It is significant that Marie and Maria - two different name, obviously, is all about writing them. It can be seen that among the popular Swedish female names, many of those who are in Russia - in contrast to male.

Just as among male names, there are quite funny values \u200b\u200bamong women. For example, the name Lilmmore is translated as a "little mother", Saga means a "fairy tale", and Ilvah (so call more than ten thousand women) - "Wolf".

The most common names and their meaning

Like all the scandinavians, the Swedes until the 20th century did not wear their names - they were simply not needed. Instead of the surnames, they used patronymic or names of mothers, for this purpose used the prefixes "Son" ("Son") and "Dottir" ("Daughter"). Among the Scandinavian countries, the first "appeal" Danes, looking at them, did the rest. However, in Sweden, the name of the surname was still optional until 1901 - it was then that the law was adopted that it should have a surname.

It was prescribed to urgently come up with himself. And then people recorded as a surname or the name of the Father with the prefix "Sleep" (Anderssson - the son of Anders), or his nicknames (as a rule, they had natural importance: Bijk - Birch, Svoberg - "Rock" and so on), Or, if a person was a military man - army nickname (Cool - "Shield", Dolk - "Dagger"). Basically, they walked on the first path, which is why surnames with the prefix "Sleep" are so popular in Sweden and it is not difficult to determine the origin of a person with a similar surname. It is noteworthy that they always double the letter "C" - Anderssson, Peterscron, Johanson, and so on. The second "C" refers to the prefix "Sleep", and the first indicates the belonging to any person - the son of Anders, the son of Peter, the son of Johanes, and so on.

Interestingly, at the birth of a child, after those mentioned three months, if parents still do not know how to call the baby, he is recorded under the name of the mother, not the father. This rule is valid in Sweden since 1986. Upon marriage, the newlyweds can solve each other, take the surname of her husband or wife, but at the same time, if a man has a surname "Prostolynskaya", and a woman is "noble", they take her surname without discussions. A similar "noble" includes, for example, names with the prefix "Background" or "AF", and in the case of the prefix "Sleep" the second "C" is not added to them.

In the top ten of the most popular Swedish surnames - all on "Son": Anderssson, Yuhhansson, Karlsson, Nilsson, Ericsson, Larsson, Ulsson, Perssice, Svensson, Gustafsson. Interestingly, the name "Karlsson", which is in third place, worn more than three hundred thousand people - can be represented as the then in the Sweden of Andersmen!

What do newborns call in Sweden?

Of course, the above names are always in demand. However, every year something new appears, because any parent wants to distinguish itself, give her child a unique name. So, in 2016, Oscar, Lucas, William, Liam, Oliver, and Oliver, Elsa, Alis, were included in the ten most popular names for Swedish kids.

Perhaps all the peoples of the world should learn from the Swedes to choose names for their children. All over the world is full of names with negative or "middle" values \u200b\u200bthat so often bring frustrating or failure to their owners. In this regard, the Swedes are thinking far ahead, from the very birth with the help of a properly selected name laying in children the desire for victory, strength and courage.

In this publication, we will again turn to official sources, in which you can always find the most recent and accurate information. We offer you a list of Swedish surnames, which contains not only the names of the Swedes, but also a whole rating with the number of carriers of this surname.

Today we learn how much "Ivanov" in the Swedish environment?!

Most Swedish surnames have the end of the '-sson', which means the son of such something. For example, Johansson (can be considered Russian Ivanov) - the son of Johan and so on.

Surnames are often found with the endings -Berg, -ström, -Stedt.

We will highlight the first 10 positions - the most popular surnames that can be found in Sweden, along with (Johan Johansson, Anders Larsson, etc.).

Large list of Swedish surnames

A slight explanation for the names in the table: the letter Ö is pronounced as "E". For example, Högberg surname should be pronounced as Högberi, but not Hogberg. Everything has its own rules!

Swedish names traditionally designate a close relationship of man and nature. For example, Byrin is one of the most popular names in Sweden for boys, means "bear". By the way, most names have a pagan origin. It is worth noting that many of them have a centuries-old history. So, the first mention of Bore and Ascra names dates back to the 1000th year.

Often parents give their children double names (Gustav-Philipp, Karl-Eric). In use, only the first name is usually used, and the second or even the third serves as a tribute to relatives. Moreover, unlike Russia, it is not necessary that one of the names belonged to the father of the boy. The additive name may be in honor of the grandfather, uncle or a distant, but beloved relative.

Swedes never avoided borrowing from other languages. Many names came to them from the Scandinavian countries, as well as from Germany, After the conclusion of the trading union is still in the fourteenth century. In recent times, the country received common English names. This is due to the ubiquitous penetration of English in the Swedes. Some young people even speak their peculiar mixture, which was named Schwenglish.

Distribution of Swedish names received worldwide. But they are especially like to give children in Norway, Denmark and Finland.

In addition, often men with the names of Swedish origin can be found in Germany and Austria. By the way, for Russia such names are also not uncommon. All famous Igor and Oleg also come from Sweden.

To date, the most popular male Swedish names are Lars, Anders, Johan, Eric and Karl.

How do you choose?

Sweden is a state with very original laws. So, swedes have more than three hundred thousand diverse namesBut according to the law, choose from a certain list, which has no more than a thousand pieces. Of course, if the parents decided to impart her son with the original name, then it is quite possible, but it will be necessary for the permission of the court.

The choice of the name of parents in Sweden is given for three months. Even if the mother and dad do not have time to decide on this time, the child can register under the last name.

It is worth noting that such a long time is not available. Swedes are very pretty suitable for the selection of a name for a newborn. All Swedish names have an extremely positive value and are associated with wisdom, force and power.

List in Russian and values

The person's name has certain characteristics, and, according to some people, may affect the entire subsequent life of a person. Therefore, we suggest you choose one of the Swedish male names, because it carries an exceptionally positive energy.

• Bengt - "Blessed". A man with this name can rightly be considered a lucky way in life.
• Bench. - "purposeful." The winner of the named Bact, as a rule, there is a congenital creative beginning, talent.
• Birghir - "Savior, Keeper". It grows extremely gifted calm boy.
• Bjorn - "Bear". This name is a symbol of reliability, on such a person you can rely on any situation.
• Bo - "master of the house". In the future, a man with such a name can easily conquer any vertices due to incredible vital energy and activity.
• Bore - "Savior, Keeper". Growing a calm, not too sociable boy, but I am pleased to spend time reading and studying something new.
• Boss - "master". It is characterized by a non-conflict character, hardness, the ability to smooth sharp corners.

• Valentine - "Strong, healthy." Men with this name are sociable and cheerful, easily and often dating.
• Ventel - "wanderer". A gifted seeker who will devote his life to the disclosure of natural talents.
• Wilphrid. - "Aspireing to the World." A boy from childhood will have idealistic inclinations. The owner of such qualities as an attitude, in love.
• Velund - "Battle, territory of war." A strong, concentrated person who is not afraid of obstacles in the life path.

• Dager - "day". An extremely stubborn young man who preferring to go alongside.
• Jonathan - "This God." Easily finds its place in life and occupies a weighty position in society.

• Ingram - "Raven Inga". Reliable, permeable, has good intuition.
• Isak - "laughing." It grows balanced, always keeps himself in his hands and does not splash his emotions out.
• Ivor. - "Archer". It is characterized by a high creative potential and the ability to make the right solutions.
• Irian - "Landberry, farmer." Loves nature, home, tries to spend as much time as possible with relatives.

• Yerk - "Help". Constantly is in search of a better solution, seeks to perfection.
• Yorgen - "Landberry, farmer, peasant". Despite the quiet character, a man with this name is inclined to dominate, submission.

• Lamont. - "Canybing laws." The man-of this name can be entrusted with any task, and it will always be fulfilled qualitatively and just on time.
• Loobees. - "From Lawrence." I am ready to help a friend, sacrifice your interests.
• Ludder - "Famous, famous warrior." Growing ambitious, loves attention, ready to take on leadership functions.

• Marten - "Like Mars." Not inclined to the manifestation of tenderness, but responsible and executive.

• Nissa - "Winner of Peoples." From the dispute always tries to get out the winner, does not like to give up, ready to prove his point of view for hours.
• Noah - "Peace, rest." He likes to spend time at home, not inclined to adventures and adventures.

• Oder - "Top weapons." It grows by combat, not prone to compromise, is not afraid to express its own point of view.
• Odemund - Protection. First of all, it will always take care of the relatives, a good family man.
• Oden - "Poetry, a song or directed, mad, raging." Since childhood, it shows a tendency to work, ready to try everything new, but rarely something is wondering for a long time.
• Olof - "Heir to ancestors." The main people for a man with such a name - father and mother who affect him the very oldest.

• Petter - "Stone, rock." It is characterized by the hardness of his beliefs, not inclined to compromise.

• Roffe - "Famous Wolf". All the time is in search of yourself, more focused on the family.

• TOR - "Thunder". Loves to be the center of attention.
• Triggwe. - "Reliable." Responsible boy loving to take care of the younger.

• Hendrick - "Domestorer". A good leader with a tendency to put in order.

• Esben - "Divine Bear." Another boy takes wise decisions, never rushes into an outer with his head.

• Janne - "Mercy of God." Good, welcoming, from childhood seeks to start as many friends as possible.

All names sound differently, being an integral part of the person's personality. Therefore, it should be suitable for its choice with special thoughtfulness. If you are close to the Swedish lifestyle and you share their customs and traditions, the Scandinavian name for the Son will be the perfect option to make your family bonds even stronger.

Swedish names and surnames indicate, among other signs, the Identity of the Swedes. Traditional Swedish names, and especially the names emphasize the close relationship of a person with the surrounding nature.

The names of the Swedes are melodious, filled with meaning, have a centuries-old tradition, perfectly adapted to the Swedish language.

Traditional men's Swedish names

Traditional women's Swedish names

The list of such traditional names exceeds 1000. However, now other names are purchased the greatest popularity, which are presented in the following tables.

Swedish female names

Swedish male names

Double Swedish Names

Such names were very popular in Sweden from the thirties in the sixties of the last century. Interestingly, now their popularity is increasing. They are formed by adding multiple names.

Moreover, their writing can be both "through a dash" and simply by consistently enumeration. Double names are particularly popular among representatives of the Swedish Royal Dynasty: Carl-Johan / Karl-Yuhan, Carl-Gustaf / Karl Gusta, Carl-Philip / Carl-Philipp, Gustaf-Adolf / Gustav-Adolf and so on.

Among the representatives of the royal family are the following names:

Girls: Alice / Alice, Astrid / Astrid, Désirée / Desire, Eleonora / Eleonora, Ingrid / Ingrid, Sibylla / Sibilla, Kristina / Christina, Sophia / Sofia, Louise / Lois, Margaretha / Margaretta, Elisabeth / Elizabeth.

Boys: Gustav / Gustav, Adolf / Adolf, Bertil / Berrot, Oskar / Oscar, Magnus / Magnus, Philip / Philip, Wilhelm / Wilhelm, Erik / Erik, Carl / Karl, Fredrik / Fredrik.

Swedish names of the ruling royal house, list:

CARL XVI Gustaf Folke Hubertus - King of Sweden
Silvia Renate - Queen
Victoria Ingrid Alice Désirée - Crown Princess
Olof Daniel - her husband
Estelle Silvia Ewa Mary - Victoria's daughter
Oscar Carl Olof - Son Victoria
Carl Philip Edmund Bertil - Prince, Son Charles and Silvia
Sofia - His wife
Alexander Erik Hubertus Bertil - Son of Charles and Sofia
Madeleine Thérèse Amelie Josephine - Princess, Daughter Charles and Silvia
Chris O'Neill - her husband
LEONORE LILIAN MARIA - Daughter Madellen and Cryss
Nicolas Paul Gustaf - Son Mandel and Cryss

Last years, double Swedish names are getting more and more newborns in the country. According to the data for 2016, the most sought-after were:

Popular Double Swedish Boy Names

Most Popular Double Swedish Names Girls

Often the Swedes with the help of a special computer program collect information about members of their family.

Then they paint the genealogical tree and can long tell guests about the owner of the name from each "cell".

Swedish surnames

Swedish surnames were first formed by adding particles - SSON to indicate a relative communication between fathers and children. So the son of Gunnar man named Peter was called Gunnar Petersson, Gunnar, Son Peter.

The first, as is often found, the names of the highest estate, starting from the 12th century, got marriage. So, one of the most famous Swedish statesmen of the 15th century, the King Gustav Vasa / Gustav Wasa before joining the throne was called Gustav Eriksson / Gustav Ericsson.

Gradually, ordinary residents of the country become owners of "permanent" surnames. During the 18th century, many Swedish men who were in military service received new, often "shortened" surnames, as their old people were very often repeated.

The basic principle of education of new names was the use of the words of the Swedish language associated with military or natural properties, objects, objects.

Examples can serve: Rask / fast, Lustig / joyful, spjut / spear, Hjelm / helmet, Lind / Linden, Björk / Birch, Holm / Hill. After the end of military service, the men retained their new names.

Residents of cities, especially in the north of the country, took their surnames consisting of several words related to nature. For example, such: Lindström / Lipa + flow, BERGSTRÖM / Mountain stream, Strömbäck / rustling stream.

Personally, such Swedish surnames are very similar to me about the Films of Indians who are related to nature-related names, for example, Chingachguk - Great Snake.