Karsten
KAHR-sten
Popularity
#3921
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Norse
Total Births
3,392
Peak Year
#140 in 2010
First Recorded
1950
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Karsten is a Scandinavian name, a variant of Christian, meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Karsten Warholm
Norwegian track and field athlete
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