Svein

Scandinavian

"youth"

Svein Origin and Meaning

The name Svein is a boy's name of Norwegian origin.

Svein is a masculine Norse name with ancient Scandinavian roots, traditionally spelled Sveinn in Old Norse. The name means 'boy,' 'young man,' or 'servant' and has been used throughout Nordic countries for centuries. Historically significant, Svein was borne by several medieval Scandinavian kings and nobles, including Svein Forkbeard, who was King of Denmark and England in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. While maintaining steady popularity in Norway, Iceland, and other Nordic countries, the name remains uncommon in English-speaking regions. Svein carries strong associations with Viking heritage and Nordic culture, appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth and a distinctive, masculine sound that connects to Scandinavian roots.

Famous People Named Svein

• Svein Knutsson son of Cnut the Great, king of Denmark, Norway, and England
• Sveinn Björnsson 1st President of Iceland
• Svein "Kvien" Kvia Norwegian footballer
• Svein Tuft Canadian cyclist
• Svein Fjælberg Norwegian footballer
• Svein Rosseland Norwegian astrophysicist
• Svein Finnerud Norwegian jazz pianist
• Svein Olav Herstad Norwegian jazz pianist
• Svein Koningen Norwegian painter
• Svein Lavik Blindheim Norwegian WWII resistance leader