Looking for baby name inspiration? Then you've come to the right place! We’ve gathered the top baby names given in Sweden in 2023.

The 16 most popular babynames

Elsa 

Elsa is an old name used in Sweden and has been around since the 15th century but still going strong! Throughout the years, we have seen several powerful women with the name, including the Swedish children's book author, illustrator and artist Elsa Beskow, who brightened many people's childhoods with the fairytale characters "Aunt Green, Aunt Brown and Aunt Lavender". Elsa Billgren, a well-known TV personality and fashion blogger, is a modern example of the creative "Elsa". Both versions of Elsa share common traits of creativity and passion. Could these be typical characteristics of all "Elsas"? 

Noah 

Noah is a biblical name meaning "rest" or "comfort". The name increased in popularity during the 2000’s and, just like last year, has smashed its way into the top list of boys' names. Could it possibly be a little Noah that you'll hold in your arms in the future? 

Vera 

The name Vera is derived from the Latin word "Veritas," which means "true." It's also a common Albanian name meaning "summer." Speaking of which, this name is celebrated on May 30th, a perfect occasion to enjoy cake and festivities. One notable person named Vera was Vera Sandberg, Sweden's first female engineer, who broke norms in a male-dominated field. Perhaps there's some inspiration to be found there? 

Hugo

Hugo is a shorter form of the German name Hubert, meaning "light". People named Hugo often radiate joy and positivity, making them well-liked. If you grew up in the 90s, you may remember the video game "Hugo" - an adventure game featuring the troll Hugo in his green suspenders! 

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Alma

Alma, a Spanish name, carries meanings such as "soul", "beauty", and "depth". The name gained popularity in the 19th century and saw a resurgence in the 21st century. It has become increasingly common in Swedish preschools nationwide.   

William

William, a name we spotted on last year's leaderboard, is the English version of the German name Wilhelm, meaning "strong-willed protector". This could explain why it is often associated with success and leadership. A modern bearer of this name is William Ahlborg, a member of the music group "Bolaget". William's sister, Linn Ahlborg, is a well-known Swedish influencer who has gained a significant following on YouTube. Their song "Kan inte gå" was the most streamed song in Sweden in 2022, earning 4 times platinum status. 

Selma

"Selmor" is a name that has gained popularity in recent years. In some languages, it means "peace". This strong personality often leads to success, reminiscent of Selma Lagerlöf, the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. Another notable Selma emerged in 2017 when popular Swedish YouTuber Helen Torsgården named her first daughter Selma. The family's YouTube channel provides a glimpse into their everyday life and Selma's playful antics with her siblings, Svea and Elsa, whose names are also predicted to be popular in 2023. 

Liam

Liam, an Irish shortened version of the name William, has long been popular in many countries and is now gaining popularity in Sweden. This makes it both an international and trendy name. "Liams" are often perceived as confident and energetic. Notable individuals named Liam include Liam Payne from the boy band "One Direction" and Swedish MMA fighter Liam Pitts, the son of popular Laila Bagge. 

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Alice

A popular name that is often seen high on the Swedish name list despite the dropping to fifth place in 2023 after being number one in 2022. As early as 1856, the name became increasingly popular, perhaps it has something to do with the premiere of Alice in Wonderland? A young and successful Alice we have at present is Alice Stenlöf, Swedish influencer and entrepreneur of whom we have seen together with Bianca Ingrosso. 

Nils

Nils is an old Nordic name- a short version of the name Nikolaus which means "victory of the people". Nils is known from Astrid Lindgren's classic story about "Nils Karlsson's tinkering", and  Selma Lagerlöf's story about "Nils Holgersson's wonderful journey through Sweden". It is a classic name that often draws on the nickname "Nisse". 

Signe

Signe is an Old Norse name meaning "the blessed one". She is known in ancient times from Norse mythology, as the betrothed of the viking Hagbard. From the beginning, the name was mainly used in Skåne, but from the 19th century it spread all over the country. At the beginning of the 20th century, the name was one of the most common girls' names in Sweden, and now we clearly see that the popularity is increasing again! All Signes, we take the opportunity to celebrate August 23, so bring out the late summer dress and the strawberries. 

Elias & Oliver

The names share 6th place on the top list of boy names in 2023. 

The name Elias has Hebrew origins with the meaning "my god". During the 1990s and 2000s, the name's popularity increased rapidly. We all celebrate Elias on April 17. A New Swedish form of the name is Elis. A well-known Elias is Walter Elias Disney, through his work with cartoons he is one of the world's most famous film producers and has brightened many people's childhoods through the television screen. 

Oliver means calm and peaceful, somewhere the name is based on the Latin word olive tree. The name got a boost in English-speaking countries after the story of "Oliver Twist" caught on. A contemporary well-known Oliver is the music producer and DJ Oliver Ingrosso.   

Ellie & Olivia

The names share 7th place on the top list of girl names in 2023. 

Ellie is a common nickname for Ellinor but is also used as a first name. The name has long been popular in English-speaking countries, but now Ellie is clinching a place at the top of the list in Sweden as well. The name means i.a. "torch". An Ellie whose voice we have heard a lot on the radio in recent years is the singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding. Does the computer game "The Last Of Us" sound like something? There we find a fictitious Ellie among the main characters. 

The name Olivia has been used in Sweden since the 18th century. But which Olivia do we have in the spotlight right now? Maybe the name Olivia Lobato sounds familiar? It should, because Oliva broke through on TikTok and climbed high on the charts in 2022 with her song "Syrener". 

Adam

A name of Hebrew origin that means i.a. "Earth" and has a name day of December 23. The name began to become more common in the late 20th century. Maybe the Swedish series classic "Eva & Adam" something you've seen both once and twice? Then you know exactly what we mean when we say "Vanilla ice cream with warm raspberries", right? Based on the series, we can say that loving is the number one word we associate with the name, does that sound right with your baby? Then maybe Adam is just the name you are looking for! 
 
Source of statistics: Skatteverket