What Does the Name Thor Mean
The name Thor comes from Norse Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Thor below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Thor Name Meaning
Norse Mythology, Danish, Swedish, NorwegianFrom the Old Norse Þórr meaning "thunder", ultimately from the early Germanic *Þunraz. Thor was the Norse god of strength, thunder, war and storms, the son of Odin. He was...
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