Unisex nameCurrently #3,710 in the USSteady
Espen
2 syllablesPeak year: 20165 lettersStarts with E
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Espen's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Espen's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Espen |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 37 |
Espen through the decades
- Espen peaked in 2016, when 48 babies were named Espen in the US.
- The 2020s were Espen's strongest decade, averaging 39 births a year.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Espen has risen 44% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Espen currently ranks #3,710 in the US and is holding steady.