Soren
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Stern, severe, thunder god
Origin: Danish/Norse
Popularity: Ranked #464 in 2025 with 665 babies born.
History: A Danish form of Severinus (Latin, stern) or connected to Thor, the Norse thunder god. Philosopher Søren Kierkegaard, considered the father of existentialism, is the most famous bearer. It has an intellectual, Nordic feel.
Famous people named Soren: Søren Kierkegaard (philosopher)
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Soren? About 1 in 4,735 babies born in 2025 were named Soren, or roughly 1.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Soren
What does the name Soren mean?
Soren means “Stern, severe, thunder god” from Danish/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Soren?
Soren has Danish/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Stern, severe, thunder god”.
How popular is Soren?
Soren ranked #464 in 2025 — given to 665 babies that year.
When was Soren most popular?
Soren peaked in 2025 with 665 babies registered that year.
Is Soren a boy or girl name?
Soren is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Sorens in registered births are male.
Is the name Soren rising or falling in popularity?
Soren has risen 3647 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4111 in 2020 to #464 in 2025.
How long has Soren been recorded?
Soren appears in birth records across 87 years — from 1912 through 2025.