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Thyri
Pronounced THIHR-ee /ˈθɪr.i/Medium
Meaning: associated with Thor; likely 'Thor's protection/warrior'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Rooted in Old Norse, Thyri ties a girl's name to Thor, with its likely sense being 'Thor's protection' or a warrior connection. The exact reading is best given cautiously, but the link to Thor is clear. It belongs to a tradition where divine names were woven into personal ones.
The name carries real history through Thyra, also written Thyri, a queen of Denmark and wife of Gorm the Old. Its crisp, two-syllable sound keeps an ancient name feeling sharp.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Thyra (Thyri) of Denmark (d. c.935-958)Queen of Denmark, wife of Gorm the Old
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Thyri mean?
Thyri is associated with the god Thor and likely means 'Thor's protection' or 'Thor's warrior.' It is an Old Norse name.
How do you pronounce Thyri?
It's commonly said THIHR-ee /ˈθɪr.i/.
Is Thyri a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Thyri is used as a girl name.
How popular is Thyri?
In 2024, Thyri ranked #2572 in the U.S. for girls, with 69 births recorded.