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Thor

thunder

Male Norse / Icelandic / Modern English / Great Plains / Contemporary Minimalist / Modern Minimalist / No / Scandinavian / Old Norse 1 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Thor
Origin
Norse / Icelandic / Modern English / Great Plains / Contemporary Minimalist / Modern Minimalist / No / Scandinavian / Old Norse
Gender
Male
Meaning
thunder
Detailed Meaning
Thor is a Norse name meaning thunder, famously associated with the powerful god of storms and strength in Norse mythology. It carries a bold, elemental energy that commands respect and evokes the raw force of nature. Despite its mythological weight, the name also suggests protection, as Thor was seen as a guardian of humanity against chaos.
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1. thor (prefix)
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Thor Name Meaning and Style

Thor is a male name of Norse / Icelandic / Modern English / Great Plains / Contemporary Minimalist / Modern Minimalist / No / Scandinavian / Old Norse origin, meaning thunder.

It appears in the Aesthetic, American, Baby Boy name collections and has 1 syllable. Browse the related Norse / Icelandic / Modern English / Great Plains / Contemporary Minimalist / Modern Minimalist / No / Scandinavian / Old Norse names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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