The name Sven originates from the Old Norse byname Sveinn, meaning "boy" or "young man". It was historically used to denote a young servant or squire. The name has been borne by several kings of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, signifying its noble and royal connotations in Scandinavian history. Variants of the name, such as Svend in Danish and Norwegian, and Svein in Low Countries and German-speaking regions, reflect its widespread cultural adoption. The female equivalent, Svenja, though seemingly ...