What Does the Name Torsten Mean
The name Torsten comes from Swedish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Torsten below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Torsten Name Meaning
Swedish, Danish, GermanFrom the Old Norse name Þórsteinn, which meant "Thor's stone" from the name of the Norse god Þórr (see THOR) combined with steinn "stone".
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