Scandinavian name

Torben

Thor + bear; sturdy Nordic compound.

Typical use: male
Syllables: 2
Regions: Denmark, Norway, Sweden
International spelling: high

About this name

Torben is a Scandinavian boy name with ties to Denmark, Norway, Sweden. It is often discovered by parents searching for Nordic baby names, Scandinavian name ideas, Old Norse-inspired names, or Viking-era names with a modern feel. Thor + bear; sturdy Nordic compound. Thematic tags include norse, myth, animal. Use filters in Scandinavian Baby Name Finder to compare syllables, origins, and similar names before you shortlist.

Themes

norse
myth
animal

Related Scandinavian names

Arne — Eagle; from Old Norse Arni, related to Örn (eagle).
Ebbe — Boar; short form from Old Norse name elements.
Odin — Fury, inspiration; chief god in Norse mythology.
Ragnar — Warrior or judgment counsel (traditional compound readings).
Rolf — Famous wolf; from Hróðwulf lineage.

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