Jorben
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Jorben
Jorben is a Scandinavian diminutive form derived from Jørgen, which itself comes from the Greek name Georgios (Georgius), meaning "farmer" or "tiller of the earth" from the Greek elements "geo" (earth) and "ergon" (work).
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Etymology
Jorben is a Scandinavian diminutive form derived from Jørgen, which itself comes from the Greek name Georgios (Georgius), meaning "farmer" or "tiller of the earth" from the Greek elements "geo" (earth) and "ergon" (work). The name is primarily used in Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish cultures, with roots in Christian tradition as it was popularized through Saint George, the patron saint venerated across European Christian communities.
Jorben currently ranks #872 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2003.
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