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Sven

Sven is a boy name of Old Norse origin, meaning Young man.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginOld Norse
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1

What does Sven mean?

Young man

How popular is Sven?

Sven has been given to 1,356 babies in France since 1953, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Sven per year in France, 1953–2022. Source: INSEE
1,356 Babies named since 1953
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Sven

What does the name Sven mean?

Sven means Young man. It is of Old Norse origin.

Is Sven a boy's or a girl's name?

Sven is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Sven?

Sven has been given to 1,356 babies in France since 1953, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.