Thorsten
Thorsten is an boy name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Thor's stone”.
| Meaning | Thor's stone |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | TOR-sten |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Norway |
Meaning and origin of Thorsten
Thorsten comes from Old Norse Þórsteinn, joining Thor with steinn 'stone'. It was among the most common Viking-age names and appears often in Icelandic sagas. In modern times it is especially popular in Germany, where Thorsten and Torsten were widely given from the 1960s onward. The Swedish form is Torsten and the Norwegian Torstein.
Is Thorsten a religious name?
Although it contains the god Thor's name, Thorsten is a secular name today.
How popular is Thorsten?
Very familiar in Germany among men born in the 1960s to 1980s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thorsten mean?
Thorsten means 'Thor's stone'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Thorsten have a religious meaning?
Although it contains the god Thor's name, Thorsten is a secular name today.
How do you pronounce Thorsten?
Thorsten is pronounced TOR-sten.
Is Thorsten a boy or girl name?
Thorsten is usually a boy name.