THOR
The meaning of the boy name Thor is MYTH NAME (GOD OF THUNDER) .
Details on THOR:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- Myth name (god of thunder)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 6,254th in the USA (top 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
46 births
THOR as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of THOR:
The name Thor is a Danish baby name. In Danish the meaning of the name Thor is: Mythical god of thunder.
The name Thor is a Norse baby name. In Norse the meaning of the name Thor is: God of thunder.
The name Thor is a Swedish baby name. In Swedish the meaning of the name Thor is: God of thunder.
The name Thor is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Thor is: Thunder. Mythological Thor was the Norse god of thunder and one of the sons of Odin. Thursday was named for Thor.
USA birth(s) for THOR by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name THOR
THOR as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 46 births |
| 2023 | 71 births |
| 2022 | 80 births |
| 2021 | 87 births |
| 2020 | 86 births |
| 2019 | 95 births |
| 2018 | 106 births |
| 2017 | 97 births |
| 2016 | 90 births |
| 2015 | 118 births |
| 2014 | 115 births |
| 2013 | 94 births |
| 2012 | 104 births |
| 2011 | 106 births |
| 2010 | 98 births |
| 2009 | 77 births |
| 2008 | 103 births |
| 2007 | 73 births |
| 2006 | 74 births |
| 2005 | 75 births |
| 2004 | 57 births |
| 2003 | 71 births |
| 2002 | 57 births |
| 2001 | 62 births |
| 2000 | 50 births |
| 1999 | 49 births |
| 1998 | 44 births |
| 1997 | 50 births |
| 1996 | 48 births |
| 1995 | 45 births |
| 1994 | 51 births |
| 1993 | 45 births |
About the name THOR
Thor, a name steeped in ancient lore, traces its roots back to Old Norse, where it means "thunder." This powerful name is imbued with the strength of the Norse god Thor, the mighty hammer-wielding deity associated with storms, protection, and fertility, revered across Scandinavia and beyond. In the modern world, Thor resonates not only in its native Nordic countries—like Norway, Sweden, and Denmark—but also in Germany, Iceland, and even among fans of popular culture globally, thanks to representations in comics and films. The name evokes a sense of bravery and resilience, making it a fitting choice for those who wish to inspire strength and courage in their child. With its bold simplicity and rich mythology, Thor stands as a timeless beacon, inviting a legacy of adventure and power to those who bear it.
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