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A given name in German and Swedish
Language contexts for this entry: German, Swedish
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01 / Meaning & origin
Carl Gustaf is a masculine given name documented in German and Swedish.
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02 / Across borders
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4 of 6 countries
03 / By the numbers
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04 / Through time
People recorded with this given name in Wikidata. Their names may use a different spelling, or include it as a middle or baptismal name.
Finnish military leader and statesman (1867–1951)
Swedish 20th century prime minister (1872-1945)
Swedish chemist and mineralogist (1797–1858)
Field Marshal of Sweden (1613-1676)
Swedish noble and mercenary (1909-1977)
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06 / Behind the facts
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