Bjorn
Bjorn is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Bear.
Origin and history
Bjorn is a traditional Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word for bear. Historically common in Nordic countries, it has seen a noticeable rise in U.S. popularity in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
5,255 babies in the United States have been named Bjorn since 1880. It ranks #1682 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #753.
States where it is most popular
- MN (18.8 %)
- CA (12.7 %)
- WA (10.5 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- TX (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 28 |
| 1960-1970 | 145 |
| 1970-1980 | 397 |
| 1980-1990 | 598 |
| 1990-2000 | 403 |
| 2000-2010 | 550 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,229 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,895 |
Famous people named Bjorn
- Björn Borg: tennis player
- Björn Ulvaeus: musician, songwriter
Fun facts
- In Old Norse mythology and culture, the bear was considered a symbol of strength and protection.
- More than a third of all U.S. babies named Bjorn since 1880 were born between 2020 and 2025.