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Soren

“Danish form of Severinus, from Latin severus, stern”

About the name Soren

Soren is an English spelling of the Danish name Søren, which is the Danish form of the Latin name Severinus. Severinus is derived from the Roman family name Severus, from the Latin word severus, meaning stern or serious. The name has long been used in Denmark and Norway. Its best-known bearer is Søren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher and theologian. Outside Scandinavia it is usually written without the slashed o.

Meaning
Danish form of Severinus, from Latin severus, stern
Origin
Nordic/Latin
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
SOR-en(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Søren

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Middle names for Soren

  • Soren James
  • Soren Michael
  • Soren Alexander
  • Soren Robert
  • Soren Scott

Questions about Soren

What does Soren mean?
Soren is a Nordic name meaning "Danish form of Severinus, from Latin severus, stern".
How do you pronounce Soren?
Soren is pronounced SOR-en, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Soren?
Variants of Soren include Søren.

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