gyllen
Gyllen is a term found in Swedish-language contexts, most often encountered in proper names. It denotes gold or something golden and is used as a root element in various surnames and noble family names. Outside of names, the form is rarely used in contemporary Swedish; the standard adjective for gold is gyllene.
Etymology and usage: The element Gyllen derives from historical Swedish and older Germanic roots related to
Names and notables: The prefix appears in several Swedish noble families, most notably the Gyllenstierna, an