God bear
Espen is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse name Ásbjörn. It combines the elements 'áss', meaning god, and 'björn', meaning bear. It is a popular and modern-sounding choice in Norway and Denmark.
About 28 boys were named Espen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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