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Solveig

Girl NameNorwegian Origin

Meaning

From an Old Norse name which was derived from the elements sól "sun" and veig "strength". This is th

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Solveig and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Adventure
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Integrity
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Success
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Courage
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Wisdom

Famous People Named Solveig

Solveig Krey

Solveig Krey (born 20 March 1963) is a Norwegian navy officer.

Solveig Nordström

Britt Solveig Maria Nordström (12 July 1923 – 21 January 2021) was a Swedish archeologist, who lived and worked in Spain since 1955.

Solveig Rönn-Christiansson

Solveig Adina Olena Rönn-Christiansson (11 November 1902 – 8 June 1982) was a Swedish politician and trade unionist.

AmbitionCharismaLeadership

Solveig Rafnsdóttir

Solveig Rafnsdóttir (1470–1561 or 1563), was the last abbess of the Reynistaðarklaustur, an Abbey of the Order of Saint Benedict on Iceland.

CompassionSpiritualityWisdom

Solveig Hisdal

Solveig Hisdal (born 4 October 1946) is a Norwegian graphic designer and fashion designer.

CharismaCreativity

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Aella
Greek
Aella, meaning 'whirlwind,' shares a sense of strength and independence, similar to the implied resilience of Solveig.
Amelia
Germanic
Shares a similar melodic quality and gentle strength in sound, though the meanings differ.
Saoirse
Irish
Saoirse, meaning 'freedom,' like Solveig in Ibsen's play, often represents a character with a strong will and independent spirit.

Solveig in Other Languages

Ancient ScandinavianSólveig
DanishSolvej
IcelandicSólveig

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