Hasten
Scandinavian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Hasten
The given name 'Hasten' is derived from the Old Norse name *Hásteinn*, meaning "high stone" or "rock," composed of *hár* ("high") and *steinn* ("stone").
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Etymology
The given name 'Hasten' is derived from the Old Norse name *Hásteinn*, meaning "high stone" or "rock," composed of *hár* ("high") and *steinn* ("stone"). It is historically used in Scandinavian cultures, particularly in Iceland and Norway, with notable bearers including the 10th-century Icelandic chieftain Hásteinn, though it is rare in modern usage and not tied to a specific religion.
Hasten currently ranks #6,587 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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