NAME PROFILE
Bjorn
Bjorn is a strong and enduring name of Scandinavian origin meaning 'bear.' It conveys a sense of power and resilience, embodying the spirit of nature and wildness. People with this name are often seen as courageous and dependable, like the bear itself.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,255 |
| Gender | Male (57% / 43%) |
| Peak year | 2024 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1962 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | Scandinavian, Norwegian, Swedish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
MN — 33%CA — 25%WA — 21%FL — 10%NY — 10%
Notable People
Bjorn Borg (Tennis player, Wimbledon champion) · Bjorn Ulvaeus (Musician, ABBA member) · Bjorn Ironside (Legendary Viking leader) · Bjorn N. H. H. D. H. (Fictional character in various Viking sagas) · Bjorn the Bull (Mythical figure in Scandinavian folklore)
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