Name Day List: May - Sweden

Discover the Swedish tradition of name days with this comprehensive May calendar. Explore the origins and cultural relevance of each name, offering a unique insight into Swedish heritage and celebrations.

May’s Name Days in Sweden

May in Sweden is a month dedicated to celebrating name days, a charming cultural practice. The calendar features a mix of traditional and less common names, providing a glimpse into Swedish naming conventions. A noticeable pattern is the frequent pairing of names, allowing for gender-specific celebrations on the same day, exemplified by Rebecka and Ruben. The origins of these names are varied, drawing from Scandinavian heritage and broader European influences. Names like Maj and Carola offer a lighter, more floral feel, fitting for the springtime month. The list demonstrates a consistent spread of celebrations throughout the month, with no single week dominating the calendar. Ultimately, the Swedish name day calendar in May is a testament to the country’s cultural richness and the enduring tradition of honoring names.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Sweden	1	May	Valborg
Sweden	2	May	Filip, Filippa
Sweden	3	May	Jane, John
Sweden	4	May	Mona, Monika
Sweden	5	May	Erhard, Gotthard
Sweden	6	May	Marit, Rita
Sweden	7	May	Carina, Carita
Sweden	8	May	Åke
Sweden	9	May	Reidar, Reidun
Sweden	10	May	Esbjörn, Styrbjörn
Sweden	11	May	Märit, Märta
Sweden	12	May	Charlotta, Lotta
Sweden	13	May	Linn, Linnea
Sweden	14	May	Halvar, Halvard
Sweden	15	May	Sofia, Sonja
Sweden	16	May	Ronald, Ronny
Sweden	17	May	Rebecka, Ruben
Sweden	18	May	Erik
Sweden	19	May	Maj, Majken
Sweden	20	May	Carola, Karolina
Sweden	21	May	Conny, Konstantin
Sweden	22	May	Hemming, Henning
Sweden	23	May	Desideria, Desirée
Sweden	24	May	Ivan, Vanja
Sweden	25	May	Urban
Sweden	26	May	Vilhelmina, Vilma
Sweden	27	May	Beda, Blenda
Sweden	28	May	Borghild, Ingeborg
Sweden	29	May	Jeanette, Yvonne
Sweden	30	May	Vera, Veronika
Sweden	31	May	Pernilla, Petronella