Thor

Norse and Scandinavian
"thunder"

Thor Origin and Meaning

The name Thor is a boy's name of Scandinavian, Norse origin meaning "thunder".

Thor, the powerful name of the Norse god of thunder, strength and rain, would make a bold statement. Long a comic book staple, Thor has now invaded the big screen, and could land on birth certificates as well.

Thor Heyerdahl was a famous Norwegian anthropologist/adventurer, author of the book Kon Tiki.

In Norse mythology, Thor was the son of Odin--another crossover name possibility--who was sometimes referred to as Bjorn in Old Norse poetry. Tor is a popular variation (which is also the Hebrew name of a bird that symbolizes the arrival of spring).

# 917 in the US

Thor Rank in US Top 1000

# 1584 on Nameberry

Thor Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

Thor Popularity

Famous People Named Thor

  • Thor Heyerdahl
    Norwegian explorer
  • Thor Freudenthal
    Film director
  • Thor Fields
    American actor and guitarist

Thor in Pop Culture

  • Thor
    Norse god of thunder
  • Thor
    superhero in Marvel's "Thor" and "The Avengers" series, based on the god
  • Thor
    main character of anime/manga "Jyu,Oh,Sei" (Planet of the Beast King)
  • Thor Lundgren
    character in the TV show "Nurse Jackie"