Karsten Boy

Popularity: #913 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAR-sten //ˈkɑːr.stən//

Origin: German; Scandinavian

Meaning: German: Christian; Scandinavian: son of Karl

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Karsten has its roots in the Latin name "Christianus," which means "follower of Christ." This Latin form evolved into various vernacular adaptations across Europe, including the Old High German "Christan" and the Middle Low German "Kirsten." The name eventually made its way into Scandinavian languages, where it became popular in forms such as "Karsten" and "Kirsten." The transition into English occurred through the influence of German and Scandinavian immigrants, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries, when names from these cultures began to be more widely adopted in English-speaking regions. Historically, the name Karsten has been associated with several notable figures and events.

One significant milestone is its connection to the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century, during which the name gained prominence among Lutheran communities in Northern Europe. The name's association with Christianity has also been reinforced through various saints named Christian, such as Saint Christian of Prussia, who lived in the 17th century.

Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and documents, reflecting its enduring presence in European culture. Culturally, Karsten carries connotations of strength and faith, reflecting its Christian origins.

The name has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing a commitment to religious values and community. In Scandinavian countries, diminutive forms such as "Kalle" or "Kris" have emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability and continued relevance.

Overall, Karsten exemplifies a rich linguistic heritage that spans centuries, embodying both historical significance and cultural resonance.

Famous people named Karsten

In this section, you will find notable people named Karsten. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Karsten who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Karsten who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Karsten Warholm is an athlete best known for winning gold in the 400m hurdles at the Olympics and World Championships.

Karsten Braasch is a former professional tennis player best known for his performances in the 1990s and his unique match against the Williams sisters.

Karsten Damborg is a musician best known for his work with the band The Black Angels.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Karsten, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

KasperKristianKlausKarlKurtKira

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Karsten. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

KurtKasperKristianKellanKieranKadenKendrickKurtis

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Karsten was first seen in the United States in 1950.

Karsten has ranked as high as #2777 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Oklahoma, and Arizona.

In the past 5 years the name Karsten has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Karsten is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Karsten was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Karsten.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 30 25 5
2024 28 28 0
2023 27 27 0
2022 24 24 0
2021 42 42 0
2020 27 27 0
2019 78 73 5
2018 66 61 5
2017 62 62 0
2016 77 77 0
2015 70 70 0
2014 87 87 0
2013 107 100 7
2012 114 109 5
2011 120 113 7
2010 140 135 5
2009 112 104 8
2008 117 108 9
2007 130 125 5
2006 139 131 8
2005 121 115 6
2004 127 115 12
2003 109 97 12
2002 91 84 7
2001 107 107 0
2000 103 98 5
1999 76 67 9
1998 63 63 0
1997 64 51 13
1996 59 51 8
1995 79 69 10
1994 52 46 6
1993 33 33 0
1992 47 42 5
1991 44 44 0
1990 32 32 0
1989 29 24 5
1988 34 34 0
1987 19 19 0
1986 29 29 0
1985 16 16 0
1984 13 13 0
1983 14 14 0
1982 18 18 0
1981 24 24 0
1980 20 20 0
1979 23 23 0
1978 34 34 0
1977 26 26 0
1976 34 34 0
1975 25 25 0
1974 25 25 0
1973 26 26 0
1972 29 24 5
1971 29 29 0
1970 37 37 0
1969 24 24 0
1968 11 11 0
1967 13 13 0
1966 12 12 0
1965 11 11 0
1964 8 8 0
1962 5 5 0
1960 14 14 0
1958 7 7 0
1954 5 5 0
1950 6 6 0

Top States for Karsten (2019)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
OK 8
44%
LA 5
28%
OH 5
28%