Thor

Meaning thunder
Origin Norse
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 1
Syllabification Thor

About Thor

Power personified. This name doesn't whisper—it announces itself with unmistakable authority and presence. Lightning-strike brevity combined with mythological gravitas creates something truly formidable. Parents choosing this make a bold statement about strength, courage, and standing out from the crowd. It's not for the faint of heart, but for families who want their son to carry a name as mighty as their hopes for him. The cultural resonance gives it instant recognition and built-in cool factor, especially in today's pop-culture landscape. Yet it also connects to ancient traditions and timeless stories of heroism. This choice signals confidence in their son's ability to carry such a weighty name with grace and strength. It's unforgettable, uncompromising, and undeniably impactful.

Variations of Name Thor

Thorr
Tor
Thore

Nicknames for Thor

T
Thorry
TJ
Tommy
Tory
Thor

Famous People Named Thor

Thor HeyerdahlNorwegian adventurer and ethnographer
Thor HushovdNorwegian former professional road bicycle racer
Thor PedersenDanish footballer
Thor Nis ChristiansenDanish actor
Thor HalvorssenVenezuelan human rights activist
Thor SolbergNorwegian ski jumper
Thor Gjermund EriksenNorwegian journalist and media executive
Thor van EgmondDutch field hockey player
Thor KristjanssonIcelandic actor and strongman

Characters Named Thor

Thor OdinsonMarvel Comics superhero and member of the Avengers
Thor GundersonCharacter in the TV series "Vikings"