Surname Juhlin - Meaning and Origin

Juhlin: What does the surname Juhlin mean?

The last name Juhlin is of Swedish origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Jóli or Júli as well as from the Germanic root *Juli, meaning "yule".

Juhlin is believed to be an occupational name, derived from the Old Norse jóll, meaning 'yokel', referring to someone who was a yokel or rustic. It may also be derived from the noun jobb, referring to the process of working or journeying together.

The Juhlin name was first found in the Netherlands, as Jan Julein was a farmer in Leeuwarden, Friesland in 1573. His descendants had emigrated to Sweden by the end of the 16th century and the surname gradually moved within the province of Kronoberg. The earliest known bearer of the Juhlin name in Sweden was Magnus Jobelin, who lived in that province in 1630.

The Juhlin name has been in Sweden since the time of King Karl XI and numerous now bearing the name spread throughout Sweden. In modern times, there are many Juhlin families, mostly living in the southeastern parts of the country.

The Juhlin families often take pride in their name and many have become known for their entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic. In many cases, this same spirit is shared across generations, making it an important part of many Juhlin family's identity.

Juhlin: Where does the name Juhlin come from?

The last name Juhlin is most common today in Scandinavia. It is most often seen in Swedish and Finnish populations, although it is also found in smaller numbers in Norway and Denmark.

The name originated in the 11th century with ‘jøglum’ which was a term used to refer to hounds or hunting dogs owned by the Danish aristocracy. Later, it began to be applied as a patronymic to the descendants of the owners of such dogs, with Juhlin becoming the surname of choice among some branches of the families.

In Finland specifically, the name is not very common, with only 159 people bearing the surname recorded in the 2000 census. In Sweden, on the other hand, the name is much more widespread with an estimated 17,107 in 2019, making up 0.2% of the population.

Interestingly, there are some Juhlins with families who can be traced much farther back than the 11th century. Records indicate their ancestors may have originated from Germany or Poland. It is also possible that some of the name's spelling variations, such as Juhlén, were derived from the Germanic form of Jühl.

Looking at the broader picture, the name is not very common outside of the Scandinavian countries, although it is slowly gaining traction in other locations. It is possible that somewhere down the line, the name may show up in locations closer to the epicenters of its origin such as Germany or Poland.

Variations of the surname Juhlin

The surname Juhlin has several variants, spellings, and surnames of the same origin. These include Juhl, Juhel, Juhlmann, Julin, Juul, Juyle, and Juulmann. Other variations of the surname Juhlin include Jullin, Jolin, Juflin, Julon, Juulainen, and Juulen.

The German spelling of the surname is Juhl, which is phonetically similar to the English spelling of the name. There are also several other variants of the German spelling, such as Juhle, Junhel, and Julmann. Additionally, Juflin and Juflon are two Swedish spellings of the Juhlin surname.

The surname Juhlin is derived from the Old Germanic name "Julius," which is a personal name that was popular during the medieval period. This name is a diminutive form of the name "Julian," which is derived from the Latin name "Julius." The name "Julius" means "downy-haired" or "youthful" in Latin.

The Scandinavian spelling of the Juhlin surname is "Juul" or "Juulainen." This spelling variant of the surname appears in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The Norwegian spelling of the surname is pronounced "Yule," and it is derived from the common Scandinavian holiday Yule. This holiday is celebrated at the winter solstice and was associated with many pagan festivals throughout history.

Finally, the surname Juyle is also a variant of the Juhlin surname. This name is a Dutch variant of the name and is derived from the French personal name "Guy." This name is derived from the Germanic name "Wido," which means "warrior."

Famous people with the name Juhlin

• Olof Juhlin: Swedish journalist, radio host, and podcaster.
• Laura Juhlin: American artist and illustrator.
• Max Juhlin: Swedish actor and screenwriter.
• Johan Juhlin: Professional snowboarder and Olympic medalist.
• Joakim Juhlin: Swedish musician, composer, record producer, and arranger.
• Christina Juhlin: Swedish actress and model.
• Nina Juhlin: Swedish author, thought leader, and speaker.
• Eva Juhlin: Swedish designer and environmentalist.
• Anna Juhlin: Swedish actress and singer.
• Jonathan Juhlin: Founder and CEO of a tech company.
• Maria Juhlin: Swedish marketer and former television host.
• Karl-Fredrik Juhlin: Surgical professor and doctor.
• Helene Juhlin: Swedish entrepreneur and environmental activist.
• Ellen Juhlin: Singer, songwriter, producer, and music teacher.
• Axel Juhlin: Swedish entrepreneur and performance improvement coach.
• Rune Juhlin: Professional Off-Road Motorcyclist and Rally Racer.
• Ebba Juhlin: Swedish model and former Miss Universe Sweden.
• Therese Juhlin: Professional photographer and international award-winning filmmaker.
• Stefan Juhlin: Swedish former swimmer and Olympic silver medalist.
• Kristina Juhlin: Swedish Illustrator and Sculptor.

Other surnames

JuhlianJuhlien