Karsten

Boy name

Karsten has been given to 3,424 babies in the U.S. since 1950. It peaked in 2010.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

3,424

Peak year

2010 (140 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1950

10-year trend

▼ -57%

Gender split

5% girls / 95% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Karsten — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Kirstengirl

53,393 babies since 1937

Karsenunisex

5,227 babies since 1989

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FAQ

How popular is the name Karsten?

Karsten has been given to 3,424 babies in the U.S. since 1950. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Karsten peak?

Karsten peaked in 2010, when 140 babies were given the name.

Is Karsten a girl or boy name?

Karsten is primarily a boy name (95% of babies named Karsten are boys).

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