Scandinavian Variant baby names

Names tagged with “Scandinavian Variant” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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4 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Jakob
Hebrew
76
From Hebrew Yaakov, meaning 'supplanter' or 'he who follows.' Germanic form popularized by Saint James.
Mattias
Hebrew
76
Gift of God. From Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God,' later Latinized as Matthias. Variant of Matthew with Scandinavian/Germanic flair.
Yakob
Hebrew
42
A variant of Jacob, from Hebrew meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' Popular Scandinavian spelling with modern appeal.
Saara
Hebrew
40
From Hebrew Sara, meaning 'princess.' Saara is a Finnish and Scandinavian variant spelling of the classic name.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024