| Meaning | bear |
| Origin | English, Norse, Scandinavian |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Bjorn |
About Bjorn
Rugged and substantial, Bjorn evokes images of vast northern landscapes and enduring strength. The name possesses a solid, grounded quality that feels both ancient and refreshingly uncommon in contemporary settings. Its single syllable delivers maximum impact, making it memorable and easy to pronounce despite its Scandinavian heritage. Bjorn suits parents who appreciate nature, value resilience, and want a name with genuine character rather than fleeting popularity. The strong consonants give it a masculine edge while avoiding aggression, creating a name that's powerful yet approachable. It works particularly well for families with Nordic ancestry or those drawn to names with natural, outdoorsy associations. As your child grows, Bjorn will serve him well in both professional and personal contexts, never feeling childish or requiring a more formal alternative.
Variations of Name Bjorn
| Bjørn |
| Björn |
| Beorn |
Nicknames for Bjorn
| BJ |
| Jorny |
Famous People Named Bjorn
| Bjorn Borg | Swedish tennis legend |
| Bjorn Ulvaeus | member of the band ABBA |
| Bjorn Lomborg | Danish author and academic |
| Bjorn Daehlie | Norwegian cross-country skier |
| Bjorn Phau | German tennis player |
| Bjorn Engels | Belgian footballer |
| Bjorn Kuipers | Dutch football referee |
| Bjorn Tore Kvarme | Norwegian footballer |
| Bjorn Dunkerbeck | Danish windsurfer |
| Bjorn Fratangelo | American tennis player |
| Bjorn Leukemans | Belgian cyclist |
| Bjorn Nielsen | Danish businessman and racehorse owner |
| Bjorn Melhus | German filmmaker and artist |
| Bjorn Sigurdarson | Icelandic footballer |
| Bjorn Afzelius | Swedish singer-songwriter |
| Bjorn Skifs | Swedish singer |
| Bjorn Andrésen | Swedish actor and model |
| Bjorn Ruytinx | Belgian footballer |
| Bjorn Younggren | Swedish magician |
| Bjorn Herden | German ice hockey player |
Characters Named Bjorn
| Bjorn Ironside | Viking warrior and legendary hero in Norse sagas |
| Bjorn the Behemothic | Character from the book "The Sword of Shannara" by Terry Brooks |
| Bjorn Hammerhand | Dwarf character from the "Warhammer" fantasy universe |
| Bjorn Heimdall | Character from the "Warcry" novel series by Andy Clark |
| Bjorn Gunderson | Character from the video game "Far Cry 5" |
| Bjorn the Berserker | Character from the "Elder Scrolls" video game series |
| Bjorn Longstrider | Character from the "A Song of Ice and Fire" book series by George R.R. Martin |
| Bjorn Brighteyes | Viking adventurer in the novel "Eric Brighteyes" by H. Rider Haggard |
| Bjorn the Fell-Handed | Space Marine character in the "Warhammer 40,000" tabletop game |
| Bjorn Turold | Character from the "Hearts at Stake" book series by Alyxandra Harvey |
| Bjorn Beeleb | Character from the animated TV series "Elena of Avalor" |
| Bjorn Bananas | Character from the animated TV series "Adventure Time" |
| Bjorn Bouncer | Character from the TV series "The Raggy Dolls" |
| Bjorn Bjornson | Character from the movie "EuroTrip" |
| Bjorn Thunderpunch | Character from the TV series "Rick and Morty" |
| Bjorn Bellenbaum | Character from the book "Cinderella Boy" by Kristina Meister |
| Bjorn Broken-Helmet | Character from the book "The Sight" by David Clement-Davies |
| Bjorn Blackpaw | Character from the "Dungeons & Dragons" role-playing game |
| Bjorn Thunderfist | Character from the video game "World of Warcraft" |
| Bjorn the Unicorn | Character from the movie "Despicable Me 3" |