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Karsten

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Pronounced KAR-stin /ˈkɑːr.stɪn/Medium

Meaning: A Scandinavian and German form of Christian, ultimately from Greek Christos, 'anointed; follower of Christ.' Used here for a girl, though Karsten is historically and overwhelmingly a boys' name.Low

In 30 seconds: A faith-rooted name: Karsten means 'follower of Christ' (said 'KAR-stin'). Usually a boy's name — we note the lean.
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Origin MediumScandinavian, German
MeaningA Scandinavian and German form of Christian, ultimately from Greek Christos, 'anointed; follower of Christ.' Used here for a girl, though Karsten is historically and overwhelmingly a boys' name.
U.S. rank (2019)#16738 ↗ Rising
2019 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1997
Total births (all-time)≈ 167

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199719722019

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Karsten descends from Christian, 'follower of Christ,' via Scandinavian and German naming tradition. As a girl's name it is very rare; it remains chiefly a boys' name, which we note clearly (said 'KAR-stin').

For girls it appears only very rarely in the U.S., against far heavier boys' use abroad. Very rare, faith-rooted, and strong.

Did you know? Karsten is a Scandinavian/German form of Christian, from Greek Christos, 'anointed.' It's used here for a girl, though it has long been overwhelmingly a boys' name across Germany and Scandinavia, which we note (said 'KAR-stin').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Karsten — Scandinavian/German form of Christian; boy-leaning

Variations

KarstinCarstenKirsten

Nicknames

KarsStina

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Karsten mean?

Karsten is a Scandinavian/German form of Christian, meaning 'follower of Christ.'

How do you pronounce Karsten?

It's said KAR-stin /ˈkɑːr.stɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Karsten a boy or girl name?

Karsten is used here for a girl, but it is usually a boys' name — we note the lean.

How popular is Karsten?

Karsten is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.

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