Scandinavian Names for Girls

Name with genuine roots that nevertheless feels synthetic.

The Old Norse and modern Norwegian word name Fjord, which refers to a passage in the sea, could work for children of both genders.

One of the Valkyries, still clad in heavy armor.

Classic Scandinavian form of Bridget. Saint Birgitta of Sweden is the patron saint of Europe.

A warm and musical name with a lovely meaning. There is a popular song called Dembe by famous Ugandan artist named Bobbi Wine, who also ran for President.

Pronunciation problems overwhelm this name.

Karena modernizes middle-aged Karen but also creates pronunciation confusion. Is it ka-REN-a, ka-REEN-a, or just plain Karen with an a at the end? Spelled Karenna as in Gore goes partway toward clarifying things.

Apt to be confused with Raquel.

Ulrica has an Old World sound that may not be user-friendly in the modern US.

Pretty but slight.