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Catharina Månsson (born Svendotter), 1793 - 1831
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Catharina Bröms (born Svendotter), 1447 - Circa 1503
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina ( Karin) (Karin) Pålsson Tenhunen (född Pålsson) (born Svendotter), 1731 - 1821
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Åman (born Svendotter), 1741 - 1788
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Pettersson (born Svendotter), 1810 - 1887
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Johannasen (born Svendotter), 1792 - 1830
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Bengtsson (born Svendotter), 1763 - 1825
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Persson (born Svendotter), 1765 - 1812
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Carlsson (born Svendotter), 1745 - 1813
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Månsson (born Svendotter), 1793 - 1831
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Johansson (born Svendotter), 1771 - 1832
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Åman (born Svendotter), 1741 - 1788
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Johannasen (born Svendotter), 1792 - 1830
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Andersson (born Svendotter), 1731 - 1806
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, 1731 - 1806
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, 1731 - 1806
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina ID (born Svendotter), born 1794
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, born 1823
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina ( Cajsa ) Svensson (born Svendotter), born 1785
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, 1804 - 1804
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, 1804 - 1804
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Svendotter, born 1810
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Jängssell, Hustru (born Svendotter), born 1768
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Persson (born Svendotter), born 1765
MyHeritage Family TreesCatharina Persson (born Svendotter), born 1765
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Catharina Svendotter, 1772 - 1838
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Catharina Svendr., 1757 - 1836
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Catharina Svendotter, 1779 - 1857
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Catharina Svendr., 1866 - 1803
Sweden Household Examination BooksCatharina Svensson (born Simonsdotter), 1781 - 1853
FamilySearch Family TreeKathrina Nilsson (born Svensdotter), 1757 - 1839
FamilySearch Family TreeCatharina Christina Brolin (born Svendotter), 1845 - 1914
FamilySearch Family TreeCatrina Andersson (born Svensdotter), 1791 - 1857
FamilySearch Family TreeCatharina Svendotter, 1721 - 1722
Geni World Family TreeAnna Catharina Charlotta Svendotter, born 1824
Geni World Family TreeMaria Catharina Svendotter, born 1798
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The name Catharina has its origins in ancient Greece, derived from the Greek name "Aikaterine," which is believed to be linked to the word "katharos," meaning "pure." This name first appeared in the early Christian era and became widely popular in various regions, particularly in Europe, due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a prominent figure in Christian history. The name is often associated with qualities such as purity, clarity, and strength, reflecting the characteristics of those who bore it, particularly women of faith and resilience. Variations of Catharina can be found across different cultures and languages, including Catherine in English, Catarina in Portuguese, and Katerina in Slavic languages, each with slight differences in pronunciation and spelling. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, often symbolizing nobility and grace, and continues to be a favored choice in many countries today.
The last name Svendotter has Scandinavian origins, particularly rooted in Norway and Sweden, where it is derived from the Old Norse name "Svend," meaning "young man" or "boy." The suffix "-dotter" translates to "daughter," indicating a patronymic naming convention that was common in these regions, where children were often identified by their father's name. Thus, Svendotter would historically refer to the daughter of a man named Svend. This naming practice reflects the social structure and familial ties prevalent in Viking and medieval Scandinavian societies. Variations of the surname can be found in different forms, such as Svendson or Svendsson, which denote "son of Svend," and may appear in various spellings across Scandinavian languages, including Svenddatter in Danish contexts. While the name is less common today, it retains cultural significance, embodying the heritage and lineage of those who carried it.
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