Boy · 961st of 23,106
Bjorn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,951
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
330
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Bjorn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Bjorn originates from Old Norse, meaning 'bear'. It has evolved through various forms in Scandinavian languages and reflects traits of strength and bravery. The name has no biblical relevance but gained popularity during the Viking Age and remains a strong symbol of Scandinavian identity.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/bjɔrn/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Bjorn derives from the Old Norse word 'bjǫrn', which means 'bear'. It has been used as a given name in Scandinavian countries for centuries.
Meaning
bear
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Bjǫrn, Old Swedish: Björn, Modern Scandinavian languages: Bjørn (Danish/Norwegian), Björn (Swedish)
Historical Usage
The name Bjorn has been popular in Scandinavian cultures since the Viking Age, often associated with strength and bravery.
Variants & Derivatives
Björn, Bjørn, Bjørne
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Bjorn is seen as a strong and traditional name, often associated with Scandinavian heritage and culture.
Famous People
Bjorn Borg - Swedish tennis player, Bjorn Ulvaeus - Member of the musical group ABBA, Bjorn Ironside - Legendary Viking king
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 330 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 35 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3720th of 7552 | 86 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1453rd of 10718 | 571 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1598th of 16616 | 781 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2286th of 24088 | 819 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 961st of 23106 | 2,684 |