Explore the charm of Swedish culture with our compilation of Swedish cat names, each carrying a unique reflective of Sweden’s rich heritage. Whether you’re drawn to the allure of “Alva” (Elf) or the robust spirit of “Björn” (Bear), this list offers a range of names suited for various feline personalities and appearances.
Names like “Freja,” honoring the Norse goddess of love and fertility, and “Hjärtat” (Heart), a term of endearment, resonate with Sweden’s mythical and affectionate dimensions. For those captivated by nature’s beauty, names like “Linnea” (Twinflower) and “Solstråle” (Sunbeam) capture the essence of Sweden’s picturesque landscapes. Dive into the world of noble names such as “Gustav” (Royal staff) and “Ingrid” (Beautiful), or choose a playful name like “Kärlek” (Love) or “Sötnos” (Sweetie or Cutie). This list also pays homage to popular Swedish culture with names like “Pippi,” inspired by the beloved character Pippi Longstocking, and “Skorpan” from “The Brothers Lionheart.”
Each name in this list not only offers a nod to Swedish tradition but also holds the potential to perfectly encapsulate your cat’s unique charm.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Alva | Elf |
| Anika | Grace |
| Ariel | Lion of God |
| Arvid | Eagle tree |
| Astrid | Divine strength |
| Axel | Father of peace |
| Balder | Brave army |
| Bianca | White |
| Björn | Bear |
| Birger | Rescue |
| Blenda | Dazzling |
| Cilla | Warrior woman |
| Casper | Treasurer |
| Dag | Day |
| Ebba | Strong as a boar |
| Ebbot | Strong boar |
| Edith | Rich war |
| Eira | Mercy |
| Elin | Torch |
| Elsa | God is my oath |
| Emil | Industrious |
| Felix | Lucky |
| Findus | Tomcat (from “Pettson and Findus”) |
| Freja | Norse goddess of love and fertility |
| Frode | Wise |
| Gerda | Protection |
| Greta | Pearl |
| Gulleplutt | Sweet little guy |
| Gullunge | Golden child (for yellow or ginger cats) |
| Gunnar | Battle warrior |
| Gustav | Royal staff |
| Helge | Holy |
| Hilma | Protector |
| Hilda | Battle |
| Hugo | Mind |
| Hjärtat | Heart (term of endearment) |
| Ivar | Bow warrior |
| Inga | Fertility |
| Ingrid | Beautiful |
| Isak | Laughter |
| Jolina | Flower |
| Jonas | Dove |
| Juni | June |
| Karin | Pure |
| Klara | Clear |
| Knut | Knot |
| Kärlek | Love (used to address a loved one) |
| Linnea | Twinflower |
| Lovisa | Famous warrior |
| Ludde | Famous warrior |
| Maja | Pearl |
| Malin | Little strong warrior |
| Marley | Marten’s meadow |
| Melker | Helper in battle |
| Mio | Mine |
| Måns | Man |
| Nanna | Brave |
| Neo | New |
| Nils | Victory of the people |
| Noel | Christmas |
| Nova | New |
| Oda | Wealthy |
| Olle | Ancestor’s relic |
| Pelle | Stone |
| Petra | Rock |
| Pippi | Lover of horses |
| Saga | Seeing one |
| Sigge | Victorious |
| Siri | Beautiful victory |
| Sixten | Victorious stone |
| Skorpan | Nickname from “The Brothers Lionheart” |
| Solstråle | Sunbeam |
| Snäcka | Shell (precious and cherished like a seashell) |
| Sötnos | Sweetie or Cutie |
| Stina | Christian |
| Tage | Day |
| Thor | Thunder god |
| Tilda | Battle mighty |
| Tove | Beautiful |
| Ulla | Will |
| Vega | Swooping eagle |
| Vidar | Warrior |
| Vilgot | Will of the gods |
| Vilma | Will helmet |
| Vince | Conquering |
| Xander | Defender of the people |
| Ylva | She-wolf |
| Yngve | Descendant |
| Yrsa | She-bear |
| Zebastian | Revered |
| Zelma | Helmet of God |
