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Thor
Meaning: Thunder (Norse god)
- Syllables
- 1
- Length
- 4 letters
- Starts with
- T
- Ends with
- r
Is Thor a popular baby name?
Popularity trend for Thor
BabyGen interest indexThe chart shows BabyGen’s relative interest index for Thor across the past four decades. It blends search trends, naming-pattern signals, and our internal dataset — useful as a relative gauge, not an official census rank.
About the name Thor
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Gender
- Boy
- Meaning
- Thunder (Norse god)
- Syllables
- 1
- Length
- 4 letters
Origin & history of Thor
Thor comes from a scandinavian naming tradition. Nordic names are clean, short, and quietly powerful. Many trace to Norse mythology; others are modern minimalist picks topping Scandinavian charts.
Within that tradition, Thor stands out for its meaning — Thunder (Norse god) — and for being recognizable across borders. Parents outside the original culture often pick Thor because it carries genuine history while still being easy to spell and say in everyday English.
Middle name ideas for Thor
Middles that balance Thor’s rhythm — shorter if Thor is long, longer if Thor is short — and read well together when spoken.
Names like Thor
Frequently asked questions about Thor
What does the name Thor mean?+
Thor means "Thunder (Norse god)". It's a scandinavian boy's name with a clear, well-documented meaning that has carried through generations.
Where does the name Thor come from?+
Thor has Scandinavian origins. Nordic names are clean, short, and quietly powerful. Many trace to Norse mythology; others are modern minimalist picks topping Scandinavian charts.
Is Thor a boy's or girl's name?+
Thor is most commonly used as a boy's name. Boys' usage is the dominant convention in the regions where the name is popular.
How do you pronounce Thor?+
Thor has 1 syllable. A common pronunciation guide is included in the meaning above.
Is Thor a popular baby name?+
Thor sits in a comfortable spot — recognizable without being overused. Parents looking for a name with meaning, easy pronunciation, and cultural depth often shortlist it. See the popularity trend chart above for how interest has shifted across recent decades.
What are good middle names for Thor?+
Middle names that pair well with Thor tend to balance its rhythm — if Thor is short, a longer middle reads well; if it's long, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name crisp. See the suggested middle names below.
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