Svanlaug

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Gender Feminine
Usage Medieval Scandinavian, Icelandic, Norwegian (Rare)
Other Forms FormsSvanaug (Norwegian variant), Svanlaugur (Icelandic masculine form), Suanlogha

Meaning & History

Derived from the Old Norse elements svanr "(male) swan" and laug possibly meaning "vowed, promised, bound in oath", a derivative of Proto-Germanic *-lauʒ- "to celebrate marriage; to swear a holy oath; to be dedicated; promised (in names)".
Added 3/22/2016 by jegharenbumsipanden
Edited 3/3/2023 by SeaHorse15, Frollein Gladys, Sofia and more