Torben Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOR-ben / /ˈtɔːrbən/Danish; German
Meaning
Danish: Thor's bear; German: brave warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Torben is a name of Scandinavian origin, commonly found in Denmark and Germany. It is derived from the Old Norse name Þórbjǫrn, which combines the elements for 'Thor' and 'bear.' The name has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in modern Scandinavian countries.
Trend Summary
The name Torben has seen moderate popularity in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries, with a steady presence over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Torben
- Torbjörn
International Variants
- Torbjörn (Swedish)
- Torben (Norwegian)
Famous people named Torben
Torben Giehler is a Danish artist known for his contemporary paintings.
Torben Frandsen is a Danish football player who has played for various clubs in Denmark.
Torben Schmidt is a German author recognized for his contributions to modern literature.
Torben S. Nielsen is a Danish scientist specializing in environmental studies.
Fictional characters named Torben
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Torben was first seen in the United States in 1968. Torben has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Washington. In the past 5 years the name Torben has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Torben (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 23 |