Smilla

Smilla Origin and Meaning

The name Smilla is a girl's name.

Smilla is a feminine name with Scandinavian origins, particularly associated with Danish naming traditions. The name gained international recognition through Peter Høeg's novel 'Smilla's Sense of Snow' (1992). While its precise etymology remains somewhat debated, it may derive from 'smile' or have connections to ancient Nordic roots. Smilla carries a distinctively Nordic sound while being relatively accessible to English speakers. Though rare globally, the name has seen modest usage in Denmark and occasionally appears in other Scandinavian countries. Smilla offers parents a name that combines softness with strength, featuring an appealing blend of the familiar 'l' sounds with an exotic quality.

Popularity of the name Smilla

• 307 Germany 2016

The name Smilla in Pop Culture

• Smilla Qaaviqaaq Jaspersen main character in book/film "Smilla's Sense of Snow" by Peter Høeg