Linnea
Meaning of Linnea
The name Linnea, pronounced as li-NAY-ah in Swedish and lin-NAY-uh in English, is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl. Originating from Sweden, the name Linnea is derived from the Latin name of the twinflower, *Linnaea borealis*, named after the renowned Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus. This delicate flower symbolizes purity and simplicity, echoing the elegance associated with the name. Over the years, Linnea has maintained a steady presence in the United States, reflecting its enduring charm and appeal. The name evokes images of natural beauty and Scandinavian heritage, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that combines grace with a touch of botanical inspiration.
Pronunciation
Swedish
- Pronunced as li-NAY-ah (/li.'neː.ä/)
American English
- Pronunced as lin-NAY-uh (/lɪn.'neɪ.ə/)
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Notable People Named Linnea
| Barbara Linnea Quigley is an American actress, film producer, model, singer, and author, best known for her frequent appearances in low-budget horror films during the 1980s and 1990s. |
| Linnea Sinclair is an American author known for her work in Science Fiction Romance, Fantasy romance, and Paranormal romance, with her novel Gabriel's Ghost winning the 2006 RITA Award for Best Paranormal Romance. |
| Linnea Johnson is an American poet, feminist writer, and winner of the inaugural Beatrice Hawley Award for The Chicago Home, known for her work in poetry and women's studies. |
| Linnea Berthelsen is a Danish actress of Indian descent, best known for her role as Kali in the second season of Stranger Things. |
| Linnea Gonzales - The famous person won a gold medal and was named Tournament MVP in field hockey at the 2023 Hockey 5's World Cup Qualifier. |
| Linnea Marie Torstensson is a Swedish handball player who represented the Sweden national team in three Olympic Games. |
| Adina Linnea Birgitta Regnander is a Swedish runway model who studied at Kunskapsgymnasiet in Västerås and has lived in both Västerås, Sweden, and Melbourne, Australia with her family. |
| Linnea Wester, formerly known as Linnea Pettersson, is a Swedish handball player representing Önnereds HK and the Swedish national team. |
| Linnea Johanna Svensson is a Swedish footballer known for her role as a defender for Malmö FF in the Swedish Division 1 and her appearances for the Swedish youth national teams. |
| Linnea Axelsson is a Sami-Swedish art scholar, novelist, and poet. |
| Linnea Gustafsson is a successful Swedish orienteering competitor, known for winning medals at the World Games and World Orienteering Championships in 2009. |
| Linnea Sjöblom is a Swedish racing cyclist who participated in the 2014 UCI Road World Championships. |
| Linnéa Claeson - Linnéa Petra Sofie Claeson is a prominent human rights activist, law student, and former professional handball player known for her feminism and colorful hair, earning her the nickname "rainbow warrior." |
| Linnéa Solli Myhre is a Norwegian author and blogger. |
| Linnéa Wickman is a Swedish politician who was elected as Member of the Riksdag in September 2022, representing the constituency of Gävleborg County and affiliated with the Social Democrats. |
