Karsten Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-sten / /ˈkɑːr.stən/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
German: Christian; Scandinavian: son of Karl
Historical & Cultural Background
Karsten is a name with roots in both German and Scandinavian cultures. In Germany, it is often associated with the name Christian, reflecting a historical connection to Christianity. In Scandinavian countries, it is derived from Karl, meaning 'man' or 'free man'. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, contributing to its popularity.
Trend Summary
Karsten has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carsten
- Kars
- Karsen
International Variants
- Karsten (Dutch)
- Karsten (Norwegian)
- Karsten (Swedish)
Famous people named Karsten
Karsten Warholm is a Norwegian athlete known for his achievements in track and field, particularly in the 400 meters hurdles.
Karsten Neumann is a German mathematician recognized for his contributions to the field of topology.
Karsten Hoyer is a German politician who has served in various capacities within the government.
Karsten Dambekalns is a notable figure in the field of computer science, focusing on software engineering.
Fictional characters named Karsten
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karsten was first seen in the United States in 1950. Karsten has ranked as high as #1217 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)
Top States for Karsten (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 8 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 37 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 34 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 46 |
| 1995 | 69 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 51 |
| 1998 | 63 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 98 |
| 2001 | 107 |
| 2002 | 84 |
| 2003 | 97 |
| 2004 | 115 |
| 2005 | 115 |
| 2006 | 131 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 108 |
| 2009 | 104 |
| 2010 | 135 |
| 2011 | 113 |
| 2012 | 109 |
| 2013 | 100 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 62 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 28 |