Sten

Q: How popular is the name Sten?

Sten is ranked #10886 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ st-EHN ]

Boy Name #10,886 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Sten is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced st-EHN.

Parents who love the name Sten often also consider Asafe, Clarice, Letroy .

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Popularity Over Time

#10,886

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #10,886
Total SSA Count: 8

Alternative Spellings

Stetson #155 Steven #269 Sterling #373 Stephen #378 Stefan #1002 Steele #1384 Stellan #1437 Steve #1693

Middle Name Ideas

Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style

Sten Dean

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Sten David

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Sten Cole

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Sten Ace

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Sten Chase

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Sten Asher

Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Sten Dylan

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Sten Aiden

Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Sten Ethan

Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Sten Carter

Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sten

Is Sten a boy or girl name?

Sten is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Sten?

Sten is pronounced st-EHN.

How popular is the name Sten?

Sten is currently ranked #10886 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Sten a common or rare name?

Sten is an uncommon name, ranked #10886 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Sten

Sten is a boy name .

Sten is currently ranked #10,886 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Sten include Stetson, Steven, Sterling, Stephen, Stefan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.