Meaning, origin, history
Torbén is a Scandinavian name of Danish origin. It is derived from the Old Norse words "Þór" and "bjorn," which mean "thunder" and "bear," respectively. The name was likely popularized by the legendary Viking leader Torben Oxe, who lived in the 13th century. In Denmark, it is still considered a traditional and somewhat rare name today.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Torben since 1880
Total births
372
Total since 1880
Peak year
2022
33 births
in 2023
24
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+106%
↗
vs previous 5 years