vendela

Vendela is a given name of Swedish origin. It is a variation of the name Vendel, which is believed to be derived from the Vendel Period in Swedish history, an era of pre-Viking Age Scandinavian history. The name is most commonly used for females.

Notable individuals named Vendela include Vendela Kirsebom, a Swedish-Norwegian model and actress, and Vendela Vida, an American novelist and editor. The name's popularity has seen fluctuations over time, with a notable rise in Sweden during the late 20th century.

The etymology of the name Vendela is linked to the Vends, a West Slavic group who settled in parts of what is now Germany and Poland. However, its direct adoption into Scandinavian naming traditions suggests a distinct regional development. The name carries a sense of historical and cultural significance within Sweden. Its sound and structure are characteristic of many Nordic given names.