Bjorn Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBYORN / bjoːrnScandinavian; Old Norse
Meaning
bear
Historical & Cultural Background
Bjorn is a traditional name in Scandinavian countries, often associated with strength and bravery due to its meaning. The name has historical roots in Old Norse culture, where bears were revered as powerful animals. It has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Bjorn has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bjørn
- Bjørne
International Variants
- Bjørn (Danish/Norwegian)
- Bjørne (Danish/Norwegian)
Famous people named Bjorn
Bjorn Borg was a Swedish tennis player known for winning 11 Grand Slam singles titles.
Bjorn Ulvaeus is a Swedish musician and songwriter, best known as a member of the pop group ABBA.
Bjorn Fratangelo is an American professional tennis player.
Bjorn Kjos is a Norwegian businessman and founder of the airline Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Fictional characters named Bjorn
Bjorn the Bear is a character in the children's book series 'The Bear Books' by Karma Wilson.
Bjorn Ironside is a legendary Viking hero featured in the historical drama series 'Vikings'.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bjorn was first seen in the United States in 1925. Bjorn has ranked as high as #1032 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Minnesota, California, Washington, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Bjorn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bjorn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 28 | |
| TX | 24 | |
| CA | 19 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| WA | 17 | |
| MI | 14 | |
| WI | 13 | |
| TN | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 44 |
| 1976 | 45 |
| 1977 | 75 |
| 1978 | 65 |
| 1979 | 61 |
| 1980 | 88 |
| 1981 | 80 |
| 1982 | 61 |
| 1983 | 55 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 62 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 51 |
| 1999 | 41 |
| 2000 | 55 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 48 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 100 |
| 2016 | 153 |
| 2017 | 220 |
| 2018 | 251 |
| 2019 | 254 |
| 2020 | 302 |
| 2021 | 327 |
| 2022 | 323 |
| 2023 | 310 |
| 2024 | 330 |