bjorn

Bjorn is a masculine given name of Nordic origin. It derives from the Old Norse Bjǫrn, meaning "bear," and appears in the Scandinavian languages as Bjørn (Danish/Norwegian) and Björn (Swedish). In English-language texts the form Bjorn is common, sometimes with diacritics retained (Björn, Bjørnn). The name has a long history in the Norse world and has continued into modern times as a popular personal name in the Nordic countries and in communities influenced by Scandinavian culture.

In usage, Bjorn is primarily a given name rather than a surname. It has been widely used in Sweden, Norway and Denmark for centuries and remains common in those countries; it has also been adopted in other parts of the world through migration and media.

Notable people with the given name include Björn Borg, Swedish tennis player and multiple Grand Slam champion; Björn Ulvaeus, Swedish musician and member of ABBA; Björn Lomborg, Danish political scientist and author.

In Norse legend, Björn Ironside is a legendary Viking chieftain listed in sagas and later media.