Sture

Meaning

Possibly derived from a personal name or word meaning stern or severe.

Etymology

May relate to Old Norse or Swedish elements, though the exact derivation is uncertain. The name appears in Scandinavian records as both a personal name and surname.

About the Sture Surname

Sture is a Scandinavian surname with historical significance in Swedish nobility. The name has limited but notable presence in Nordic regions.

Distribution

Primarily found in Sweden and Scandinavian countries.

Notable Bearers

Sten Sture (Swedish regent)

People with the Sture Surname