The nameTorsten
Torsten is a Scandinavian and German name with Thor at its heart.
- Boy's name
- Scandinavian
Meaning
Torsten comes from the Old Norse Thorsteinn, from Thor and steinn, "stone".
Origin
Scandinavian.
History
In England and Wales Torsten reached 2629th place in 2010 and was 3240th in 2025.
Popularity of the name Torsten
Torsten in the United States
Torsten was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 255 births over the decade, 37% of all recorded babies named Torsten. Its rise began around 1962, and it peaked in 2009. Half of all babies named Torsten in the United States were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 23 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Torsten mean?
Torsten comes from the Old Norse Thorsteinn, from Thor and steinn, "stone".
What is the origin of the name Torsten?
Scandinavian.
Is Torsten a girl's or a boy's name?
Torsten is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Torsten?
In 2024, Torsten was the 5243rd most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 18 births.
What are the variants of the name Torsten?
Variants and related names of Torsten include Sten.