Teigen is of Norwegian origin, meaning 'thigh'. It is a surname that has been present in Norway since the late Middle Ages. The name gained notable recognition when American television personality and model, Chrissy Teigen, who bears the surname, rose to fame. However, it remains relatively uncommon as a first name.
The name Teigen experienced a significant rise in popularity from just 5 births per year between 2000 and 2008 to a peak of 73 births in 2016. However, it has since declined, with 27 births recorded in 2023. Overall, there have been 413 babies named Teigen born between 2000 and 2023.