Jorgen
Meaning of Jorgen
Jorgen is a traditional male name with Danish origins. It is pronounced as YOR-gen (/ˈjɔːrɡən/) in Danish. Jorgen has been given to boys in the United States since at least the early 20th century, but its popularity has fluctuated over time. Currently, it ranks around 9,775 in terms of occurrence. While not as common as some other names, Jorgen carries a sense of uniqueness and distinctiveness. The name Jorgen may be associated with strength and resilience, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a strong and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Danish
- Pronunced as YOR-gen (/ˈjɔːrɡən/)
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Notable People Named Jorgen
| Kjell Åke Jörgen Elofsson is a Swedish songwriter known for his work with popular artists. |
| Flying Officer Jorgen Billy Thalbitzer was a Danish pilot in the British Royal Air Force during World War II, who tragically died after escaping from a prisoner of war camp. |
| Jörgen Ola Pettersson is a retired Swedish professional footballer who played as a striker for various clubs and represented the Sweden national team. |
| Ulf Peter Jörgen Jönsson is a Swedish former professional ice hockey player, known for holding the record for most games played in the national team and being inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2019. |
| Jörgen Persson is a Swedish table tennis player who faced Jan-Ove Waldner in two World Table Tennis Championships finals and won four World Championship titles in Team. |
| Sven-Ove Jörgen Pettersson is a retired Swedish ice hockey player known for his success with Västra Frölunda IF and his qualification for the Swedish Elite League in the 1988-1989 season. |
| Jörgen Sundqvist - Ulf Erik Jorgen Sundqvist is a Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman who currently plays for Brynas IF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). |
