Svenne

Svenne is a masculine given name or nickname used in Sweden and other Nordic countries. It is a diminutive or familiar form of Sven, a name that derives from the Old Norse Sveinn, meaning “young man” or “boy.” In Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian usage, Svenne can function as an affectionate or informal version of Sven and is sometimes used as a stage name.

In contemporary naming, Svenne is more commonly encountered as a nickname or artistic alias rather than as a formal given name. Its use as a standalone name varies by generation and region, and in many contexts it is chosen for its cultural resonance rather than as an official first name.

Notable people associated with the name include Svenne Hedlund (born 1945), a Swedish singer who used Svenne as his stage name. He gained prominence as the lead vocalist of The Hep Stars, a major Swedish pop group in the 1960s, and later performed with Lotta Hedlund as the duo Svenne & Lotta. The pairing helped popularize the name in Swedish popular culture during that era.

Overall, Svenne functions primarily as a Nordic nickname with roots in the name Sven. Its recognition outside Nordic contexts tends to be through individuals who use it in professional or artistic settings rather than as a common given name.