Sven Name Meaning
The name Sven comes from Swedish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Sven below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Sven Name Meaning
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German, DutchFrom the Old Norse byname Sveinn which meant "boy". This was the name of kings of Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
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What does the name Sven mean?
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Is Sven a boy or girl name?
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