Liedholm

Liedholm is a surname of Swedish origin. The name is most closely associated with Nils Liedholm (1924–2007), a Swedish footballer and coach. Liedholm spent the majority of his club career with AC Milan, where he established himself as a leading figure and contributed to the club’s successes in the 1950s and early 1960s. He also represented the Swedish national team in international competition and later pursued a career in coaching, taking on roles at clubs in Sweden and abroad. The surname itself is of Swedish origin; the element -holm is a common suffix in Swedish toponymy and surnames, typically indicating a geographical feature such as an islet or a small island. The prefix Lied, or Liedh, may derive from an old place name or personal name. Outside Sweden, Liedholm is relatively uncommon, though the bearer’s international football career has ensured the name appears in sporting histories and biographical references. Overall, Liedholm remains most closely linked to Sweden’s football history, through Nils Liedholm and the international recognition he achieved as a player and later as a coach.