Sven Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sven Name at a Glance

Name	Sven
Meaning	Youth; boy.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sven Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sven means “Youth; boy”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sven Name Origin

Our database records Sven under Scandinavian origin. Browse more Scandinavian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sven a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sven is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sven

When considering Sven for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.