Morten is a Scandinavian name, specifically of Danish and Norwegian origin. It's derived from the Old Norse elements 'mörðr', meaning 'dead', and 'mann', referring to a man. Thus, Morten translates to 'death-man'. This name was popular among early Vikings and has been passed down through generations. It's composed of five letters and pronounced as /ˈmɔːrtən/. While it may sound unfamiliar in English-speaking countries, Morten is quite common in Scandinavia.
"Morten experienced peak popularity between 1915 and 1916, with six births each year. It maintained steady birth counts until the late '20s, when it slightly rose to eight births in 1929, then dipped back down to six in 1934. Overall, Morten has been a consistent but not exceptionally common name choice over these years."