How to Pronounce Sven
Sven / SVEHN /
The name Sven is a Male name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Youth". It is pronounced SVEHN.
Scandinavian Male 1 syllable
Meaning & Origin
Sven is a Scandinavian name meaning "Youth". Old Norse sveinn
Quick Facts
Language Scandinavian
Gender Male
Syllables 1
Phonetic SVEHN
IPA ˈsvɛn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SVEHN. Keep the original Scandinavian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Sven
- · Sven-Göran Eriksson - Football Manager
- · Sven Nykvist - Cinematographer
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Sven?
- Sven is pronounced SVEHN.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Sven?
- The correct pronunciation of Sven is SVEHN (IPA: ˈsvɛn).
- Is Sven a Scandinavian name?
- Yes, Sven is a Scandinavian name meaning "Youth".
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