Name Day List: October - Sweden

Explore the Swedish tradition of name days with our October calendar. This list details the names celebrated each day, offering a glimpse into Swedish culture and naming practices. Discover the origins and history behind these beloved names.

Swedish October Celebrations

Swedish name days in October offer a fascinating look at the country’s onomastic heritage. The calendar is populated with a mix of classic and contemporary names, showcasing evolving naming trends. Many names have Scandinavian origins, while others demonstrate influences from broader European traditions. The repetition of name variations, like Inger and Ingrid, or Marika and Marita, provides flexibility in celebration. The month begins with Ragna and Ragnar and concludes with Edgar and Edit, marking the start and end of the October celebrations. Notably, several names, such as Viola and Sabina, are less common, adding a touch of individuality to the calendar. This collection of name days highlights the importance of tradition and personal connection in Swedish culture.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Sweden	1	October	Ragna, Ragnar
Sweden	2	October	Love, Ludvig
Sweden	3	October	Evald, Osvald
Sweden	4	October	Frank, Frans
Sweden	5	October	Bror
Sweden	6	October	Jennifer, Jenny
Sweden	7	October	Birgitta, Britta
Sweden	8	October	Nils
Sweden	9	October	Inger, Ingrid
Sweden	10	October	Harriet, Harry
Sweden	11	October	Erling, Jarl
Sweden	12	October	Manfred, Valfrid
Sweden	13	October	Berit, Birgit
Sweden	14	October	Stellan
Sweden	15	October	Hedvig, Hillevi
Sweden	16	October	Finn
Sweden	17	October	Antonia, Toini
Sweden	18	October	Lukas
Sweden	19	October	Tor, Tore
Sweden	20	October	Sibylla
Sweden	21	October	Ursula, Yrsa
Sweden	22	October	Marika, Marita
Sweden	23	October	Severin, Sören
Sweden	24	October	Eilert, Evert
Sweden	25	October	Inga, Ingalill
Sweden	26	October	Amanda, Rasmus
Sweden	27	October	Sabina
Sweden	28	October	Simon, Simone
Sweden	29	October	Viola
Sweden	30	October	Elsa, Isabella
Sweden	31	October	Edgar, Edit