Svea

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Svea Pronunciation

Svea is pronounced SVAY-ah /ˈsveɪ.ɑ/High

Meaning: The poetic personification of Sweden (Moder Svea, 'Mother Sweden'), from Svear, the people who gave Sweden its nameHigh

In 30 seconds: Sweden, made a woman and a name: Svea is Moder Svea — Mother Sweden herself — the national personification, named for the ancient Svear. A patriotic gem now charming the world.

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Origin HighSwedish

MeaningThe poetic personification of Sweden (Moder Svea, 'Mother Sweden'), from Svear, the people who gave Sweden its name

U.S. rank (2024)#3555 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births44 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 935

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Svea derives from the Svear, the people of central Sweden whose name became the country's, personified as Moder Svea, 'Mother Sweden', in poetry and statuary since the seventeenth century. As a given name it has been a Swedish favorite for over a century.

It is climbing again across Scandinavia and reaching the U.S. through Swedish-American families and the broader Nordic-name vogue (Saga, Astrid). Rare stateside, patriotic at home.

Did you know? Sweden's own name comes from the Svear tribe — so Svea is, etymologically, the woman who is Sweden, the Nordic answer to Britannia or Marianne.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Svea — etymology

Variations

SvevaSvealena

Nicknames

Sve

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Svea?

Svea is pronounced SVAY-ah (/ˈsveɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Svea said aloud.

How do you say Svea?

Svea is said SVAY-ah (/ˈsveɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Svea said aloud.

What does the name Svea mean?

Svea is the personification of Sweden — Moder Svea, 'Mother Sweden' — named for the ancient Svear people.

Is Svea a boy or girl name?

Svea is a girl's name.

How popular is Svea?

Svea is rare in the U.S. and a longtime favorite in Sweden.