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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Stern, severe
- Origin
- Danish (Scandinavian), ultimately Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SOR-en
Soren is a Danish name, ultimately rooted in Latin, pronounced SOR-en. Its meaning is direct — stern, severe — giving it a serious, no-frills sound that travels well and fits right in with short, modern names.
Meaning & Origin of Soren
Meaning: Stern, severe.
Origin: Danish (Scandinavian), ultimately Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Soren
SOR-enIPA /ˈsɔːrən/
Popularity of Soren
Soren ranked #571 in 2024 with 502 boys given the name, just below its high point of #509 in 2020, when 562 boys were named Soren.
Names Like Soren
These names share Soren’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Soren mean?
Stern, severe. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Soren?
Soren is pronounced SOR-en (IPA: /ˈsɔːrən/).
Is Soren a popular name right now?
Soren is near its all-time peak (#509 in 2020), ranked #571 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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