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Soren
BoyDanish, Latin· “stern; from Severinus”
- Meaning
- stern; from Severinus
- Origin
- Danish, Latin
- Pronunciation
- SOR-uhn
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #464
- US babies 2025
- 665
- Best rank
- #464 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Soren
Soren is a Danish and Latin name that is usually said to mean “stern; from Severinus”.
Soren is the anglicized form of the Danish Søren, which comes from the Latin Severinus, derived from severus, "stern" or "serious". Saint Severinus of Noricum was an early missionary whose name spread through Europe in several forms. The Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard, often regarded as a founder of existentialism, is the name's most famous bearer. Soren has become more popular in English-speaking countries, where its gentle Scandinavian sound appeals to parents who like names such as Anders and Lars. It sounds thoughtful and intellectual, and it is simple to spell without the Danish letter.
Popularity over time
Soren first appears in US Social Security records in 1912. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 23 different years, starting in 2003. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #464, and its highest count, 665 babies. Use has grown 36% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #4,217 in 1920, #2,105 in 1980, #1,486 in 2000, #726 in 2010, and #464 in 2025. Of the 10,946 US boys named Soren since records began, 39% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 3,394 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Ayaan, Cillian, Lucian, Musa, and Samson.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Soren ranked highest in Montana, Minnesota, and Oregon.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | #142 | 10 |
| Minnesota | #165 | 41 |
| Oregon | #217 | 20 |
| South Dakota | #253 | 6 |
| Colorado | #260 | 26 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 94% of US babies named Soren over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Soren is usually pronounced SOR-uhn, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with S and ends in “-en”.
Middle names for Soren
A few middle names that flow with Soren: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Soren
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soren mean?
Soren is a Danish and Latin name that is usually said to mean “stern; from Severinus”.
What is the origin of the name Soren?
Soren has Danish and Latin roots. Soren is the anglicized form of the Danish Søren, which comes from the Latin Severinus, derived from severus, "stern" or "serious".
Is Soren a popular name?
Yes. Soren ranked #464 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Soren a boy or girl name?
Soren is mainly a boy's name. About 94% of US babies named Soren over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Soren?
Soren is usually pronounced SOR-uhn. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings