concept   naming ceremonies
culture   Sweden
statement   In Sweden, children's secular naming ceremonies are held in civil settings and can include unique, gender-neutral names.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 child naming Sweden It is common to choose unique or unconventional names for their children, often inspired by nature or mythology. 1
2 child naming traditions Sweden Children may be given unique and unusual names approved by government authorities. 1
3 naming ceremonies Sweden Secular naming ceremonies, often conducted in a civil setting 1
4 naming children Sweden Children are sometimes given gender-neutral names to promote equality and diversity. 1
5 naming conventions Sweden Surname often based on the father's first name with the suffix 'son' or 'dotter' 1
6 parental naming traditions Sweden Children often take the mother's last name or a hyphenated version of both parents' last names 1