Carsten is a male given name of Danish origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Karsteinn. The name means 'rocky' or 'strong as stone', reflecting the durable and steadfast nature often associated with Scandinavian culture. In Denmark, Carsten is among the most popular names for boys, typically ranking within the top 50. It has also gained international recognition, used in countries such as Germany and the Netherlands. Notable individuals named Carsten include German footballer Carsten Jancker and Danish cyclist Carsten Pedersen.
Carsten was quite popular as a baby boy name in 2015 and 2020, with five births each year. Altogether, ten boys named Carsten were welcomed into the world during these two years.