Usage, description and more for Solveig
Gender: Female
Origin: 
Norway
Also available in
Estonian,
Norwegian Bokmål,
Swedish,
Solveig is used in
Denmark 
Estonia 
Iceland Norway 
Sweden
Countries where Solveig has name day
Solveig has a name day in
Estonia and Solveig's next name day is September 3.
Solveig has a name day in
Norway and Solveig's next name day is September 1.
Solveig has a name day in
Sweden and Solveig's next name day is June 4.
Solveig
Solveig is a Scandinavian name with roots in Old Norse. The name is derived from the elements "sol" meaning "sun" and "veig" meaning "strength" or "power". Therefore, Solveig can be interpreted as "strength of the sun" or "daughter of the sun".
In Norse mythology, the sun was often personified as a goddess, symbolizing warmth, light, and fertility. As such, the name Solveig carries with it connotations of brightness, energy, and positivity.
Solveig is a popular name in Scandinavian countries such as Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. It has a timeless and elegant quality that has made it enduringly beloved in the region.
Namedays for Solveig vary by country and tradition, often falling on different dates throughout the calendar year. It is a name that is celebrated for its connection to the sun and all the warmth and vitality it represents.