Thor

Boy's name

Thor is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "Þórr," meaning "thunder." It is associated with the Norse god of thunder in mythology.

U.S. births in 2023 46 Falling
Peak year 2015

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Thor Heyerdahl - Explorer, Kon-Tiki expedition.
  • Thor Hushovd - Cyclist, Tour de France stage wins.
  • Thorsten Kaye - Actor, "All My Children" soap opera.
  • Thorbjørn Jagland - Politician, Nobel Peace Prize committee chair.
  • Thorsten Schäfer-Gümbel - German politician, SPD leader.
  • Thorsten Fink - Soccer player, coach.
  • Thorsten Heins - Former CEO of BlackBerry.
  • Thorsten Overgaard - Photographer, educator.
  • Thorsten Nolte - German rower, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Thorsten Leibenath - Basketball coach, ratiopharm Ulm.

Brothers for Thor

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Sisters for Thor

Girl names closely related to Thor

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