Karsten
Meaning of Karsten
The name Karsten is a strong and distinctive male name of German origin, pronounced as KAHR-sten. It is a variant of the name Carsten, which itself is derived from the given name Christian, meaning "follower of Christ." The name has maintained a modest presence in the United States over the years, with varying levels of popularity. Notably, it saw its highest usage in 2010 when it ranked 1284th with 135 occurrences. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Karsten remains a unique choice for parents seeking a name that combines traditional roots with modern appeal. Its Germanic heritage lends it an air of strength and reliability, making it an excellent choice for those looking to bestow their child with a meaningful and timeless name.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as KAHR-sten (/ˈkaʁstən/)
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Notable People Named Karsten
| Karsten Warholm is a Norwegian sprinter known for his achievements in the 400 meters and 400 meters hurdles, including being the 2020 Tokyo Olympic champion and a world record holder. |
| Karsten Solheim was an American golf club designer and businessman who founded PING and the Solheim Cup in women's golf. |
| Karsten Alnæs is a Norwegian author, historian, and journalist with dual degrees in history and literature from the University of Oslo, known for his extensive bibliography including novels, children's books, novellas, and non-fiction works. |
| Karsten Kroon is a retired Dutch professional road bicycle racer who last rode for Tinkoff, a UCI ProTeam, and retired at the end of the 2014 season. |
| Karsten Stahl is a German mechanical engineer and professor at the Technical University of Munich, specializing in machine elements, transmissions, and drivetrain technologies. |
| Karsten Bäron - Karsten 'Air' Bäron is a German retired professional footballer and coach known for his career as a centre forward. |
| Karsten Einar Isachsen was a Norwegian Lutheran priest, essayist, and popular speaker. |
| Karsten Harries is a renowned German philosopher and Emeritus Howard H. Newman Professor of Philosophy at Yale University, specializing in Heidegger, early modern philosophy, and the philosophy of art and architecture. |
| Karsten Vogel is a Danish composer, conductor, saxophonist, and music teacher. |
| Karsten Hansen is a Faroese politician known for serving in multiple ministerial positions. |
| Max Adolf Karsten Meyer was a German competitive sailor who won a bronze medal in the Star class at the 1972 Summer Olympics. |
| Karsten Lucke is a German politician affiliated with the Social Democratic Party of Germany and has been serving as a Member of the European Parliament since 2022. |
| Karsten Lennart Jensen is a Danish former footballer known for his role as a defender and for making two appearances for the Denmark national team in 1973. |
| Karsten Nied is a former German footballer who played for the Hertha BSC reserve team that reached the 1992–93 DFB-Pokal final. |
