Espen Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Espen Name at a Glance

Name	Espen
Meaning	Bear of God.
Origin	Dutch
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Espen Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Espen means “Bear of God”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Espen Name Origin

Our database records Espen under Dutch origin. Browse more Dutch baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Espen a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Espen is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Espen

When considering Espen for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.