Torsten
Torsten is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Thor's stone.
Origin and history
Torsten is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, derived from elements meaning Thor and stone. It is a traditional Scandinavian name that remains rare in the United States, given to around twenty to thirty newborn boys per year in recent times. Its distinct heritage gives it a strong, classical Scandinavian feel.
Popularity in the United States
705 babies in the United States have been named Torsten since 1880. It ranks #3971 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1799.
States where it is most popular
- CA (58.3 %)
- WA (27.8 %)
- MN (13.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 31 |
| 1970-1980 | 34 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 55 |
| 2000-2010 | 181 |
| 2010-2019 | 255 |
| 2020-2029 | 128 |
Famous people named Torsten
- Torsten Wiesel: Neurophysiologist, Nobel Laureate
- Torsten Frings: Soccer Player, Manager
Fun facts
- The first element of the name derives from Þórr, the Old Norse god of thunder.
- While rare in the United States, variations of Torsten have been widely used across Sweden, Denmark, and Germany for generations.