US Popularity:11480
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Norse, German, Yiddish
Meaning:Thor's protection; Tower man; From Thur; Inconstant man
Thurmond is a masculine name that began as an English last name and a variant of Thurman. With roots in Norse, German, and Yiddish, Thurman lends Thurmond many possible meanings to explore. From its Norse origins, Thurmond derives from Thórmundr and carries the cool definition, "Thor's protection." If Norse mythology is a passion of yours that you'd like to pass on to your kiddo, choosing Thurmond is a great start. Thurman is also a Germanic habitational name for someone from a place called Thur, as well as an occupational moniker for a watchman that means "tower man." Adding to its repertoire is Thurman's usage as a Jewish last name, where it stems from the Yiddish word turman and means "inconstant man." Thurmond invites you and your child to explore its many origins and choose the one that resonates the most.

Famous People Named Thurmond

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  • Nate Thurmond
    Basketball Player

How Popular Is The Name Thurmond?

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2016
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