Sten
boy nameSten entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #2617 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
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rank today
#2617
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3338 |
| 1950s | #3593 |
| 1960s | #3302 |
| 1970s | #4155 |
| 1980s | #6552 |
| 1990s | #7104 |
| 2000s | #7831 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Sten are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sten alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sten in 2025?
- Sten is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sten most popular?
- Sten peaked in 1965, reaching #2617 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sten with classmates?
- Sten will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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