Why are bad things linked to Swedish names like Maja and Pelle?

A handful of Swedish first names appear occasionally at the tail end of Swedish words denoting everything from cry babies to sleazebags. Maja takes a lot of the heat, but Pelle is not far behind.

Aug 14, 2025 - 22:06
Why are bad things linked to Swedish names like Maja and Pelle?
A handful of Swedish first names appear occasionally at the tail end of Swedish words denoting everything from cry babies to sleazebags. Maja takes a lot of the heat, but Pelle is not far behind.