Thor
Thor: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /θɔː/ · /θoː/
Meaning and origin of Thor
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, occasionally borrowed from Scandinavia.
Etymology
Representing Old Norse Þórr. Cognate with Old English Þunor, Swedish Tor.
How popular is Thor?
Since 1880, 4,857 boys in the U.S. have been named Thor. Its highest rank for boys was #883 in 1968. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Thor
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Thor
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Thor FAQ
What does the name Thor mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, occasionally borrowed from Scandinavia. Representing Old Norse Þórr. Cognate with Old English Þunor, Swedish Tor.
What is the origin of the name Thor?
Thor is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Thor?
Since 1880, 4,857 boys in the U.S. have been named Thor. Its highest rank for boys was #883 in 1968. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Thor a boy or girl name?
Thor is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,857 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.