The nameØrjan
Ørjan is a Norwegian boy's name. It was given in Norway mostly in the late 1980s.
- Boy's name
- Scandinavian
- Feast day
Meaning
The origin of Ørjan is debated. It is often presented as a Scandinavian form of Jürgen, itself a form of George, from the Greek georgos, "farmer".
Origin
Scandinavian.
History
The name peaked in Norway in the late 1980s. It remains very rare in France and in English-speaking countries.
Popularity of the name Ørjan
Ørjan in Norway
Ørjan was most popular in Norway in the 1970s, with 1,029 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Ørjan. Its rise began around 1960, and it peaked in 1989. Half of all babies named Ørjan in Norway were born before 1984, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Ørjan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ørjan mean?
The origin of Ørjan is debated. It is often presented as a Scandinavian form of Jürgen, itself a form of George, from the Greek georgos, "farmer".
What is the origin of the name Ørjan?
Scandinavian.
Is Ørjan a girl's or a boy's name?
Ørjan is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Ørjan?
Variants and related names of Ørjan include George and Georges.