Tor
tor
US Popularity:15021
Origin:Norse
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Thunder; Turtledove; Plait
Tor is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, meaning “thunder.” Derived from Thor, the name of the Norse god of thunder, Tor is a short and sweet title that packs a punch. If you know baby will have a mighty and thunderous spirit, you won’t go wrong with Tor. This lovely appellation may also have roots in Hebrew, where it means “turtledove” or “plait,” so it’s a lovely choice for a spring baby born when the birds begin to sing. With a beautiful name steeped in mysticism and nature, baby Tor will go far with such a striking title.
How Popular Is The Name Tor?
U.S. Births
Overall:Tor is currently #15021 in U.S. births
Boy:Tor is currently #7148 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#7148
in 2025
+ 3510
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Tor, April 2024
Behind the Name, Thor, December 2022
Name Doctor, Tor
Abarim Publications, תור, June 2024
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