Esben Explained

Esben is a Norwegian and Danish male given name.^[1]

Origin and variants

It originated as a variant of Asbjørn.^[2] A common variant is Espen.^[3]

Notable people

Notable people with this name include:

• Esben Sloth Andersen, Danish professor of economics
• Esben Holmboe Bang, Danish chef and Michelin-starred restaurateur
• Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad, Norwegian physician and sexologist
• Esben Hansen, Danish football midfielder
• Esben Selvig, Norwegian-Danish rapper and singer
• Esben Smed, Danish actor
• Esben Storm, Danish-Australian actor and director

Other uses

• Esben and the Witch, Danish fairytale
• Esben and the Witch (band), British rock band

Notes and References

1. Web site: 2020-01-22. ssb.no.
2. Web site: Meaning, origin and history of the name Esben. Mike. Campbell. Behind the Name.
3. Web site: Espen - Nordic Names Wiki - Name Origin, Meaning and Statistics. www.nordicnames.de.